Example Sentences

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One of the biggest potential costs of hosting is needing to build new arenas, which the North American games will avoid with all host cities using existing pitches.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

“I have learned and grown during my time in prison and going forward I will make sure that my actions always follow the law, and I will avoid the mistakes of the past.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

I say that not because the U.S. economy will avoid recession — I have no idea.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

Back-to-back wins mean it looks increasingly likely Leeds will avoid the drop, so boss Daniel Farke will have to tie up a few loose ends with his goalkeepers.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

I will avoid the Pagoda Mall for the rest of my life if I have to.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King