avoided

Example Sentences

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But the U.S. economy avoided a downturn—one of the few times the Fed has achieved a so-called soft landing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

The Iranians made history with two draws in Inglewood, marking the first time the team has avoided a loss through its first two World Cup games.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026

When researchers also counted individuals whose cognitive abilities remained stable rather than declining, more than half of participants avoided the commonly held expectation of cognitive deterioration.

From Science Daily • Jun. 21, 2026

While Warsh avoided giving guidance in the press conference, the “dot plot” carried a hawkish tilt.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

But the most salient historical fact cannot be avoided: No one stepped forward to call their bluff.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis