avoid
verb (used with object)
to keep away from; keep clear of; shun.
avoiding
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present participleof avoid.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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House votes in favor of funding the federal government through Dec. 11, avoiding a fall government shutdown.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Using either BMI or waist circumference provided a better balance between correctly identifying people with obesity and avoiding false-positive diagnoses.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
Considering I physically jumped out of my seat at one point playing the demo when avoiding the Alien, it's safe to say Creative Assembly will once again be ratcheting up the tension with the sequel.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
Expect them to run along similar moderate lines as before, pitching themselves as the sensible choice and avoiding too much chatter about their previous losses.
From Salon ● Aug. 29, 2026
My friends did a pretty good job of avoiding me today.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
