ward off
verb
warded off; warding off; wards off
: to avoid being hit by (something)
ward off a blow
—often used figurativelyI tried different remedies to ward off a cold.
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Walking is exercise proven to help ward off anxiety, depression, dementia and Alzheimer’s, while improving self-esteem and raising dopamine levels.
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Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Walking is exercise proven to help ward off anxiety, depression, dementia and Alzheimer’s, while boosting self-esteem and dopamine levels.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Its ingredients list also features Arctic microalgae to smooth out crow’s feet, Heptapeptide-6 for warding off oxidative stress, and chestnut extract to target under-eye bags.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Fruit pies can be stored on the countertop for up to two days, thanks to sugar and acids that ward off bacteria growth.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Walking is exercise proven to help ward off anxiety, depression, dementia and Alzheimer’s, while boosting self-esteem and dopamine levels.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Its ingredients list also features Arctic microalgae to smooth out crow’s feet, Heptapeptide-6 for warding off oxidative stress, and chestnut extract to target under-eye bags.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026
Fruit pies can be stored on the countertop for up to two days, thanks to sugar and acids that ward off bacteria growth.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 June 2026
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“Ward off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ward%20off. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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