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Term: eschew

Definition:

verb - to deliberately avoid or abstain from something; to keep away or refrain from

Sense 1:

verb - to consciously avoid engaging in or using something

E.g. He decided to eschew social media in order to focus on his studies.

Sense 2:

verb - to shun or steer clear of something due to dislike or moral reasons

E.g. The environmentally-conscious family eschews the use of plastic bags in their household.

Sense 3:

verb - to reject or renounce a belief, habit, or practice

E.g. The former smoker now proudly eschews cigarettes and promotes a healthy lifestyle.

Sense 4:

verb - to avoid or keep away from something in a cautious manner

E.g. Drivers should always eschew reckless driving to ensure road safety.

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