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Meaning of the word avoid in English

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avoid

US /əˈvɔɪd/
UK /əˈvɔɪd/
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Verb

1.

keep away from or stop oneself from doing (something)

Example:
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She tried to avoid eye contact.
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He managed to avoid paying taxes for years.
Synonym:
shuneschewsidestepdodgeevade
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