avoided

[US]/[əˈvɔɪdɪd]/
[UK]/[əˈvɔɪdɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To keep away from; prevent.; To stay clear of; evade.; To prevent something from happening.
adj.Prevented from occurring; escaped.

Phrases & Collocations

avoided contact

avoided the issue

avoided detection

avoided expenses

avoided conflict

avoided questions

avoided traffic

avoided risks

avoided delays

avoided making

Example Sentences

she avoided eye contact during the presentation.

we avoided the traffic by taking a different route.

he avoided answering the question directly.

the company avoided a major scandal with quick action.

i avoided making any commitments i couldn't keep.

they avoided getting wet in the rain by staying inside.

the runner avoided a fall by quickly changing direction.

she avoided confrontation by agreeing with his opinion.

he avoided the topic of his financial problems.

we avoided a potential disaster by implementing safety measures.

the cat avoided the dog by hiding under the table.

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