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as in evading
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
trying to avoid writing thank-you notes for the gifts he didn't like
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as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action
asked the court to avoid the contract because it was signed under duress
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Recent Examples of avoiding
Base editing, the process used to make the changes, only nicks one strand of DNA, avoiding the major DNA errors that made CRISPR unsafe.
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Carolyn Y. Johnson,
Washington Post,
25 June 2026
So, avoiding extreme sleep deprivation can be helpful.
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Parents,
25 June 2026
Evening habits can significantly affect blood sugar, and avoiding sugary foods and drinks before bed may help improve glucose control.
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Jillian Kubala,
Health,
25 June 2026
But avoiding technology exposure gets more difficult with broader index funds.
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Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Though visitors to San Francisco’s weekend-long party coming from the capital region are close enough to hop in their cars and drive to the Bay Area for a day trip, the festival’s organizers highly urge avoiding the streets around the celebration throughout the weekend.
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Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Experts point to a short list of non-toxic staples and a few ingredients worth avoiding.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
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CBS News,
18 June 2026
Next, backfill the soil around the roots, avoiding covering the crown.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
Carolyn Y. Johnson,
Washington Post,
25 June 2026
So, avoiding extreme sleep deprivation can be helpful.
—
Parents,
25 June 2026
Evening habits can significantly affect blood sugar, and avoiding sugary foods and drinks before bed may help improve glucose control.
—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
25 June 2026
But avoiding technology exposure gets more difficult with broader index funds.
—
Catherine Brock,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Though visitors to San Francisco’s weekend-long party coming from the capital region are close enough to hop in their cars and drive to the Bay Area for a day trip, the festival’s organizers highly urge avoiding the streets around the celebration throughout the weekend.
—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Experts point to a short list of non-toxic staples and a few ingredients worth avoiding.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2026
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
—
CBS News,
18 June 2026
Next, backfill the soil around the roots, avoiding covering the crown.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for avoiding
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According to the lawsuit, the defendants profited from unlawful short-term rentals while evading requirements in city law designed to protect short-term renters, protect the quality of life for neighborhood residents and maintain a supply of affordable housing.
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Robinzine was charged with evading arrest, unlawful possession of a firearm and tempering with physical evidence.
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About six months after Granger's arrival in Galveston, the 13th Amendment abolishing slavery nationwide was ratified.
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About six months after Granger’s arrival in Galveston, the 13th Amendment abolishing slavery nationwide was ratified.
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Engineers have been trying to capture this escaping waste heat and turn it back into electricity using thermoelectric devices.
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The current population is a result of the toads escaping or being released by importers during the 1950s and ‘60s, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
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Council members narrowly passed the ordinance repealing the ban by a 7-5 vote, with some voting against the measure as a form of protest.
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And yet, Mamdani found time to talk about the Knicks’ playoff run, including repealing bedtime so children could watch the NBA Finals.
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Officials urge visitors to stay vigilant Authorities and experts alike said one of the largest factors in preventing an attack is whether law enforcement is notified about suspicious activity beforehand.
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An army official said recent drone strikes destroyed an RSF battalion and more than 50 armored vehicles in West Kordofan, preventing advances toward North Kordofan and el-Obeid.
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Charges against Bailey Zimmerman have been dropped after prosecutors initially accused the country music star of causing $16,000 worth of damage to a New Mexico hotel room and canceling a concert as a result, his lawyer said.
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Or live noise canceling on calls.
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But three months later, Cardi was dodging rumors that Offset was cheating when a video of him emerged reportedly showing him in bed with another woman.
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Joseph’s attorneys recently accused Ball of dodging their requests and rescheduling too many depositions, where attorneys could ask Ball questions ahead of trial.
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Nonetheless, overturning the election would be unprecedented in Colombian history.
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Ehrlich said athletes very well could continue to petition courts for extended eligibility based on antitrust arguments, but appellate courts recently have delivered wins for the NCAA by overturning preliminary injunctions in several cases.
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“Avoiding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avoiding. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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