Dictionary entryCEFR B1verb
avoid
IPA pronunciation: /əˈvɔɪd/
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избегать
English definition
To stay away from something or prevent something from happening.
Example
You should avoid eating too much sugar.
Collocations
- avoid doing something
- avoid a problem
- avoid contact
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