steer clear of
US /stɪr klɪr ʌv/
UK /stɪr klɪr ʌv/

1.
evitar, mantenerse alejado de
to avoid someone or something because they may cause problems or danger
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You should steer clear of that neighborhood at night.
Deberías mantenerte alejado de ese barrio por la noche.
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I try to steer clear of arguments with my boss.
Intento evitar discusiones con mi jefe.