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avert

/ævərt/ verb · British & US
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What does avert mean?

verb

To turn away from something, or to prevent something from happening. To divert or deflect attention from something.

Example

"The company tried to avert the financial crisis by cutting costs and increasing revenue."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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