as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable
the basketball coach's steadfast eschewing of favoritism has won her the team's wholehearted respect
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as in avoiding
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
the minister eschews involvement in local politics, since he doesn't want to diminish his moral authority in the community
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Recent Examples of eschewing
John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
And yet, today’s young adults are increasingly eschewing the traditional banking and credit infrastructure altogether in favor of peer-to-peer payment apps.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Casual attire is a part of the Democrat's brand, eschewing tailoring in an attempt to appeal to rural voters in the Keystone State.
—James Powel, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2025
The visiting artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, scientists and thinkers who once flocked to our shores in times of peace — and when their own countries were lost to fascism — will choose to share their gifts and knowledge with others, eschewing our boundaries all together.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2025
However, major programs have begun eschewing the tradition of spring games.
—Jenna West, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
The fact that Strickland’s original structure remains standing as the anchor of Philadelphia’s Naval Square community almost 200 years after its construction is a testament to the emphasis on quality care for veterans, even if that meant eschewing maximal efficiency.
— Made By History, TIME, 20 Mar. 2025
For example, programmers who only enjoy troubleshooting are eschewing full-time roles to focus solely on fixing code in a freelance capacity.
—Ken Fleming, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Anna Maria Island, Florida A true Old Florida escape, Anna Maria Island preserves its authentic atmosphere by eschewing high-rises, chain stores, and fast-food restaurants.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
And by eschewing its traditional pay-per-view approach, UFC may now finally capitalize on its enormous audience reach.
—John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2025
And yet, today’s young adults are increasingly eschewing the traditional banking and credit infrastructure altogether in favor of peer-to-peer payment apps.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Casual attire is a part of the Democrat's brand, eschewing tailoring in an attempt to appeal to rural voters in the Keystone State.
—James Powel, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2025
The visiting artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, scientists and thinkers who once flocked to our shores in times of peace — and when their own countries were lost to fascism — will choose to share their gifts and knowledge with others, eschewing our boundaries all together.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2025
However, major programs have begun eschewing the tradition of spring games.
—Jenna West, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
The fact that Strickland’s original structure remains standing as the anchor of Philadelphia’s Naval Square community almost 200 years after its construction is a testament to the emphasis on quality care for veterans, even if that meant eschewing maximal efficiency.
— Made By History, TIME, 20 Mar. 2025
For example, programmers who only enjoy troubleshooting are eschewing full-time roles to focus solely on fixing code in a freelance capacity.
—Ken Fleming, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Anna Maria Island, Florida A true Old Florida escape, Anna Maria Island preserves its authentic atmosphere by eschewing high-rises, chain stores, and fast-food restaurants.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eschewing
Noun
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That blockbuster, which Alcaraz won after a Houdini escape, has been followed by two solid sequels.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Consider booking a room at Hotel Atwater or the cliffside Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel for a truly memorable escape.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Holding the youths accountable and avoiding jail is not the program's only goal.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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But avoiding these motions is another way for the wrist to weaken.—
Novant Health,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ogles has attacked O’Connell repeatedly this year, claiming city government has assisted violent criminals in evading arrest by federal immigration enforcement.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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After six months of barely evading capture, an escape plan was hatched that saw the soldier cross into Spain and eventual freedom.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Some of us may instead fall into avoidance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Eufy notes that its obstacle avoidance is uniquely good enough to recognize and avoid tassels on rugs.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Minnesota Vikings were on the short end of the score for three quarters as Caleb Williams was running and escaping from the pass rush and the Chicago Bears appeared to be on their way to a season-opening victory against the division rivals.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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This is psychoanalysis, plainly, and there is no escaping the mediation of the psyche.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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What’s frustrating is that while Tom and Robbie’s dance of evasion and investigation gets more predictable, the series’ performances get richer, so Task teeter-totters on an imbalance of story and ensemble.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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The attorney announced earlier this year that the department had expanded the incentives for whistleblowers who reported a slew of crimes, including customs fraud and tariff evasion.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Eschewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eschewing. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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