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[uh-void] / əˈvɔɪd /


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He said he doesn’t want to name the exact locations yet to avoid tipping off officials who might try to stop them.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Three main workarounds have helped energy markets avoid deeper problems from a pricing perspective.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Diogo Mónica, who has amassed sizable positions in a number of startups over his career, set up a plan to avoid rash decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

They must hope world champions Spain drop points against Iceland on Tuesday to avoid going into the play-offs, which will be played this autumn.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Yes, of course, Mrs. Tilbury. My sojourn in Colin’s room was simply to avoid impoundment in Cleveland. As you know, I have a job at the Park. I can pay you weekly for the room.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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