avoid
verb (used with object)
to keep away from; keep clear of; shun.
avoided
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past participleof avoid.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof avoid.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
avoidverb (used with object)to keep away from; keep clear of; shun.
Example Sentences
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By doing that, they avoided being criticized for a lack of preparation and having to look for names on an index card.
From Salon ● Oct. 16, 2026
The researchers also examined whether German scientists could have avoided the heavy water shortage by using graphite, a form of carbon that can also slow neutrons in nuclear reactors.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 16, 2026
And you know, I’ve certainly avoided a work-related death my whole life by avoiding work, so these are all things that are real.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
Nor is it saying any one team would definitely have avoided relegation or reached the Champions League.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
These days I avoided the place, because the memories hurt.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
