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eschew
[ es-choo ]
verb (used with object)
- to abstain or keep away from; shun; avoid:
to eschew evil.
Synonyms: forgo, boycott, circumvent
eschew
/ ɪsˈtʃuː /
verb
- tr to keep clear of or abstain from (something disliked, injurious, etc); shun; avoid
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Derived Forms
- esˈchewal, noun
- esˈchewer, noun
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Other Words From
- es·chewal noun
- es·chewer noun
- unes·chewed adjective
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of eschew1
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Example Sentences
Of all the female celebrities to eschew the feminist label, Susan Sarandon seemed a most unlikely candidate.
Stella McCartney has long been known to eschew animal-derived materials in her designs.
Like Americans did when they elected Barack Obama, we should eschew our old shibboleths and forge ahead on a revolutionary path.
You eschew ostentation when times are good, and you pay your fair share of the cost when times are bad.
Generally speaking, I eschew Super Bowl parties, and for two reasons.
These anchorites did not eschew social enjoyment, but held little love feasts.
Danger will I eschew and a pretty maid shall hold me no longer than it takes to give her a kiss in passing.
He laughed again to tears; but Mr. Green soberly resolved that he would eschew the capping talk of travel.
This I thee counsel eighthly: that thou guard thee against evil, and eschew deceit.
He must eschew all such vanities as white trousers and well-cut boots.
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