What does "Avoid" mean?

keep away from or prevent something

Synonym: shunning Opposite: seeking

"Avoid" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

So, when a serious issue comes up, your response is just to avoid it?

How I Met Your Mother S1E8

I think he's been avoiding me.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E19

You're gonna have to stop avoiding me.

Desperate Housewives S1E13

I think he’s avoiding me.

Friends S8E17

SO YOU CAN MARK IT ON THAT LIST YOU'RE HIDING FROM ME THAT SAYS WHERE DEAN IS SO THAT YOU CAN AVOID HIM AT ANYTIME.

Gilmore Girls S1E20

Would you consider avoiding me over breakfast?

Gossip Girl S1E8

You're avoiding me.

Grey's Anatomy S1E6

"Avoid" in TV shows & movies

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