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avoid

[uh-void] / əˈvɔɪd /


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Avoid that by keeping bedrooms cool during the day - closing blinds or curtains and using an electric fan to move the air around.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

Avoid providers that use vague terms or have hidden fees, and always check the renewal price, not just the introductory rate.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Avoid having to dip into investments during a down market, especially in the early years of retirement.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

“Avoid fast cars and motorcycles. Avoid countries with active war,” one of the booklets read.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Avoid it unless the meaning is clear. enervating.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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