averting

Example Sentences

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But Bass, she said, is the standout for her leadership, such as her involvement in averting a strike by L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

We’re told that constant attention is a moral duty, but averting our eyes can help us reflect and respond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

The idea that meaningful and attentive engagement could come from averting your gaze may seem counterintuitive, but it translates to other basic forms of human interaction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 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

He relaxed and smiled, the way one would after averting a terrible danger.

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin