averting

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Mediated by Oman, the recently resumed discussions are aimed at averting the possibility of US military action, with Tehran expressing cautious optimism at Washington's "more realistic" position on its nuclear programme.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

The agreement is intended to give lawmakers more time to address Democratic demands to curb ICE tactics while averting a partial government shutdown.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

The approval of proposed changes to bond repayments as well as a new loan from Shenzhen Metro signals local government support for Vanke in averting immediate default for now, Zhang said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

From Wall Street’s point of view, the fallout from their limited price concessions was manageable, while averting the threat of very steep tariffs or a more aggressive effort to regulate prices was a substantial benefit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

I went around averting my eyes and trying not to stare.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides