How to Use steer clear in a Sentence
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The desk and nightstand are both good spots; just steer clear of the bed.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
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The main reason why these insects and bugs steer clear comes down to the smell.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 13 July 2026
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Just steer clear of anything too heavy or loaded with too many oils, which can weigh down the hair and give the roots a greasy look.
—Elise Tabin, InStyle, 6 Sep. 2026
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The Center is asking the public to steer clear of the mammal.
—Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
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Plants that cause deer to steer clear include boxwood, marigolds, and ornamental onions.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 9 Sep. 2026
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The event website has a helpful seven-option parking guide and areas to steer clear of.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 15 Sep. 2026
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Use cards to craft, mine and reserve while steering clear of creepers and TNT, just like the video game.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026
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And once Friend left the stage, Maher largely steered clear of hitting the president.
—ABC News, 28 June 2026
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After the nuptials, Camilla largely steered clear of the Princess of Wales.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 26 July 2026
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However, the investor recommends that traders steer clear of the stock until after its results come out.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026
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Also, steer clear of controversial issues, because this is a touchy day for everyone.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2026
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This perennial gets better year after year, and deer generally steer clear of its fragrance and texture.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
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Similarly, steer clear of overly strong cleaners that can degrade finishes over time.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
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Jalapeño peppers are the latest addition to the growing list of produce that health officials are warning the public to steer clear of.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026
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When Beirut Fragments was first released, some reviewers described it as a book that steers clear of politics.
—Literary Hub, 14 July 2026
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Those looking to avoid an agonizing morning commute or a chaotic weekend trip to the city should steer clear of the following areas.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA Today, 30 July 2026
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The announcement is spurring fears of a fresh wave of Canadian travelers steering clear of the US.
—Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
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Professionally, being helpful is of great value, but steer clear of the need for perfectionism.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
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Nisabho believes Pannakara made the right decision to steer clear of politics and activism.
—Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026
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But Poindexter is steering clear at a good time, with Republicans divided on Miller.
—Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 7 Aug. 2026
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Just make sure to steer clear of a blunt or heavily long-layered haircut, which can make the hair look too straight and cause too much distinction between the different textures in the hair.
—Elise Tabin, InStyle, 6 Sep. 2026
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That said, steering clear of pleasure planets is no guarantee of a happy vacation experience.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2026
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One simple thing California drivers can do to save money is buy unbranded gasoline and steer clear of Big Oil.
—Jerry McNerney, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
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New research finds that people who steer clear of key cardiovascular hazards at midlife live much longer before developing dementia.
—Erica Sloan, Washington Post, 7 Aug. 2026
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Patel steers clear of tight synthetic fabrics, especially underwear, which can set you up for rashes, ingrown hairs, and yeast infections.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 7 July 2026
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The smart obstacle sensors steer clear of toys and stray charging cables, while the multi-stage dock automatically washes and dries the pads between cycles.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026
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With Chinese firms steering clear, Samsung and Apple will continue to dominate.
—Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026
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The information trickling out so far raises questions about whether Michigan should have known enough to steer clear of promoting Moore to the head coaching job in the first place.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 18 July 2026
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Jennifer Johnson, founder of secondhand store True Fashionistas, steers clear of thrifted lingerie.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026
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Baidu has signaled in its latest earnings report that its core business is struggling, so investors should steer clear of the stock, according to Morgan Stanley.
—Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
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