head off

Example Sentences

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And ground forces and aircraft would need to be prepared to head off Iranian drone and missile attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

He indicated that the hearing was an attempt to head off disagreements before he regains the power to enforce his order.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

With its diminished resources, the SEC has increased incentives for potential defendants to engage with the agency and potentially head off enforcement actions.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

When growth was hot and financial speculation rampant, the Fed would raise interest rates to head off inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Part of him was relieved, and part of him wanted to bawl his head off.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech