averse to

Example Sentences

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I’ve long been averse to the world of parenting advice.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Choi isn’t averse to shtick, if the result is an explosion of audience laughter.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Bell is careful to avoid direct reference to President Donald Trump, whose presence looms over Hollywood award shows -- and who is not averse to making his feelings known about hosts he does not like.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Analysts have said the convenience of the pill could spark even more demand than Zepbound and Mounjaro, which are injected weekly, as some patients are averse to injections.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Dunnan said yes, he would; and Shultz then said, “Do you recall being asked whether or not you were averse to capital punishment?”

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote