avert (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /əˈvɜːrt/
Definition
To turn away or prevent something bad from happening.
Examples
The quick-thinking driver managed to avert a major accident by swerving sharply.
Diplomats worked tirelessly to avert a full-scale war.
He averted his gaze, unable to look at the distressing scene.
How to Use avert
- avert disaster (collocation)
- To prevent a terrible event from happening. — "The firefighters' bravery averted disaster."
- avert crisis (collocation)
- To stop a dangerous or difficult situation from developing. — "The negotiations were crucial to avert a political crisis."
- avert [something bad] (prepositional phrase)
- To prevent a specific negative outcome. — "The new safety measures helped avert injuries."
- avert one's gaze/eyes/face (collocation)
- To look away from something or someone. — "She averted her gaze when he started to cry."
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