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avoid

Pronunciation: [/əˈvɔɪd/]

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avoid: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use avoid in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “prevent something from happening”

(verb) to stay away from or not do something on purpose in order to prevent a problem or unpleasant situation. If you know that eating too much candy makes you feel sick, you might avoid eating it.

Example

She avoids eating sugary snacks to keep her teeth healthy.

Example

He couldn't avoid getting wet in the rain without an umbrella.

Example

How can you avoid getting a sunburn at the beach?

How to pronounce avoid

Pronunciation: [/əˈvɔɪd/]

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