ward off

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ward off Definition

• (v) prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; "Let''s avoid a confrontation"; "head off a confrontation"; "avert a strike"
• (v) avert, turn away, or repel; "Ward off danger"

ward off Synonyms

• avert
• avoid
• debar
• deflect
• fend off
• head off
• obviate
• stave off
• ward off