to refrain from or keep away from a specific action, behavior, or situation

to run away from or avoid an unpleasant reality or difficult situation

to avoid addressing or answering a question, issue, or responsibility

to steer clear of difficulties, responsibilities, or contact with someone

to physically move away from or stay clear of something or someone

(idiom) inevitable; unavoidable

to avoid or circumvent something through cleverness or formal means, such as a law, responsibility, or risk

a refuge; a haven; a sanctuary

to take refuge; to seek asylum

oral contraceptive

to move out of the way or step aside to steer clear of someone or something

to move one's body quickly to the side to avoid a physical blow or object

to spend a holiday at a summer resort or a cooler place to avoid the heat

to stay out of trouble or avoid attention during a difficult period

to foster strengths and avoid weaknesses; to play to one's strengths

to avoid a taboo (usu. on the given names of emperors or one's elders)

haven; refuge; harbor

to seek shelter or cover to avoid getting wet during rain.

to make the most of the benefits while avoiding adverse effects

to avoid arousing suspicion

to avoid the important and dwell on the trivial

A cove where boats shelter from strong winds and rough seas, especially in Hong Kong.

to avoid or ward off evil spirits

to withdraw

to retreat ninety li as a historical military gesture of respect or strategy to avoid conflict

to avoid being struck by lightning; (bound form) relating to devices or measures against lightning

to withdraw from society; to shun the world

the Qing imperial summer residence located in Chengde, Hebei Province, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site

to flee from or seek safety from physical danger or disaster

stay clear of the enemy's main force and strike at his weak points

to seek luck and avoid calamity (idiom)

to seek refuge from war or political turmoil

A contraceptive device, such as a coil, placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

to keep something hidden or secret

showing no fear of dying in combat or facing heavy weapons on the battlefield

to shrink or flinch from no difficulty or danger; to face hazards bravely

intrauterine device (IUD)

to avoid calamities and evil spirits

to move away or stay out of the way to avoid encountering an unwanted person or situation

to stay at a distance or avoid contact with someone or something

to seek refuge from calamities

to avoid or escape one's obligations or duties