steer clear of

US /stɪr klɪr ʌv/
UK /stɪr klɪr ʌv/
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避ける, 近づかない

to avoid someone or something because they may cause problems or danger

:
You should steer clear of that neighborhood at night.
夜はあの近所には近づかない方がいい
I try to steer clear of arguments with my boss.
上司との口論は避けるようにしている