Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ward (off)
Verb
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Netanyahu has repeatedly attempted to deflect responsibility for the security lapses during the attacks of October 7, 2023, blaming security chiefs instead.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025 -
Asked about Trump’s attempt to remove her, senators mostly deflected Tuesday by citing her pending lawsuit or questioning why Cook hadn’t more adamantly defended her innocence.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The Tribune reported last week that HUD asked CHA to hold off on Burnett’s appointment in response to a letter Brewer sent to the federal agency that outlined Burnett’s potential conflicts of interest.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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The Brew Crew have won only seven while losing 10 since the streak ended, and their rapid bullpen attrition will only make their ability to hold off the Cubs over the final month of the season more difficult.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Now is the time to improve your home’s ability to withstand hurricanes.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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The durable, thick fabric can easily withstand heavy brush and briars.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Made with soft, four-way stretch fabric that resists wrinkles and pilling, they’re built to handle long flights and repeat wears.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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No one can resist a second helping of these comforting casseroles that were made for cool autumns.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Of course feel free to cheer whenever your team has done something worth celebrating, but don’t boo the other team or obnoxiously heckle the opposing fans under the tailgate tent whenever their team falls short.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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In another example, Francis came out in support of civil unions for same-sex couples, something previously opposed by the Vatican’s doctrine office.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The National Guard, police and protesters stand off outside of a downtown jail in Los Angeles following two days of clashes with police during a series of immigration raids on June 08, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
2 Sep. 2025
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But a toxic stand off between club and player took its toll.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Ward (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ward%20%28off%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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