as in to avoid
to resist the temptation of
try to keep from eating all the chocolate in one day!
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But Takaichi gave up her beloved Kawasaki Z400GP motorcycle after becoming a lawmaker in 1993 at age 32, reportedly to avoid accidents that could hinder her work.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025 -
Take extra caution when on the road or avoid driving if possible.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Keep (from).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keep%20%28from%29. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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