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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

West Ham also issued a statement, saying Sullivan had denied any "illegal conduct" and was leaving "in order to avoid disruption to the club while he addresses the matter privately".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Angrick expects government spending to help the economy avoid a sharp contraction, but significant growth is unlikely this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

They distribute checklists and tax organizers in late December, urging clients to make incremental progress early in tax season to avoid last-minute stress.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

She tells me we’re driving the southern route, to avoid the snow.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy




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