avoiding

Example Sentences

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The magma traveled from more than 20 kilometers beneath Earth's surface before stopping just 1.6 kilometers below the island, narrowly avoiding an eruption.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

They then walk up to 6 miles to avoid being detected carrying that equipment, all the time avoiding drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Living below one’s means and avoiding lifestyle creep allows me to access more of what I call my numinous self.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Since talks in early April in China, Pakistan and Afghanistan have committed to avoiding any escalation, according to Beijing.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

“I thought we were avoiding corn syrup this summer,” Camille says.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller