avoidable
Example Sentences
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Ten years later, it’s hard not to be a little angry at how avoidable it all was.
From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026
"The approach of TfL is not one which leads to industrial peace and will infuriate our members who want to see a negotiated settlement to this avoidable dispute."
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
While AMT surprises tend to be expensive and sometimes avoidable with proper planning.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
The Navy concluded in investigations later that year that both crashes were avoidable and stemmed from crew failures.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
Whenever insecticides are applied only minimum dosages are used — barely enough to control the pest without avoidable harm to beneficial species.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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