stave off
US /steɪv ɔf/
UK /steɪv ɔf/
1.
menghindari, menunda, mencegah
avert or delay something bad or dangerous
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The company took measures to stave off bankruptcy.
Perusahaan mengambil langkah-langkah untuk menghindari kebangkrutan.
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He ate a snack to stave off hunger.
Dia makan camilan untuk menunda rasa lapar.