 obviate |
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| 1. | [ verb ] do away with | |
| Synonyms: | eliminate rid_of | |
| Related terms: | necessitate preclude obviation | |
| 2. | [ verb ] prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening | |
| Synonyms: | avoid avert stave_off head_off ward_off deflect fend_off debar | |
| Examples: | "Let's avoid a confrontation" "head off a confrontation" "avert a strike" |
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| Related terms: | prevent obviation | |
| Similar spelling: |
obit obadiah Oviatt |
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