dodge (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɒdʒ/
Definition
To avoid someone or something by a sudden quick movement.
Examples
He managed to dodge the falling bricks.
She dodged the question about her personal life.
The politician was accused of dodging the issue.
How to Use dodge
- dodge out of (phrasal verb)
- To avoid doing something that you have promised or are expected to do. — "He tried to dodge out of his commitment to help with the move."
- dodge the issue (collocation)
- To avoid talking about or dealing with a particular subject or problem. — "Instead of giving a direct answer, he dodged the issue."
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