avoid
verb (used with object)
to keep away from; keep clear of; shun.
will be avoiding
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future progressiveof avoid.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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The key will be avoiding any significant downside follow-through from last week.
From Barron's ● Nov. 20, 2025
Of course, the biggest concern for Kuechly will be avoiding another concussion.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 29, 2018
Saturday's Arcadia Invitational at Arcadia High School will bring together Shinnick and the nation's top runner, Michael Norman of Vista Murrieta, though they will be avoiding each other for now.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 7, 2016
Overall, the key for Ireland on Sunday will be avoiding early mishaps.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2015
Nadglowski, with the Obesity Action Coalition, said the key for the Mississippi officials will be avoiding a return to their fried foods and sedentary habits when the 12-week program is over.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 24, 2010
