ward off
phrasal verb
warded off; warding off; wards off
: to avoid being hit by (something)
ward off a blow
—often used figurativelyI tried different remedies to ward off a cold.
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How to deal with cyber attacks or hacking Precautionary steps are the best way to ward off attacks.
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Kara McGinley, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
These breathable, knee-high socks boost circulation and help ward off that telltale puffiness, keeping you comfortable and considerate of your seatmate.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
The public health ramifications of farmworkers shrinking from view are potentially massive: Infectious disease scientists say that preventing people from getting bird flu and detecting cases are critical to warding off a bird flu pandemic.
—Amy Maxmen | Kff Health News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2025
Henry, a science prodigy, tries to ward off bullies at his new high school by creating a jet pack—which, through no fault of his own, causes a serious accident.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2025
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Kara McGinley, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
These breathable, knee-high socks boost circulation and help ward off that telltale puffiness, keeping you comfortable and considerate of your seatmate.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
The public health ramifications of farmworkers shrinking from view are potentially massive: Infectious disease scientists say that preventing people from getting bird flu and detecting cases are critical to warding off a bird flu pandemic.
—Amy Maxmen | Kff Health News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2025
Henry, a science prodigy, tries to ward off bullies at his new high school by creating a jet pack—which, through no fault of his own, causes a serious accident.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2025
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“Ward off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ward%20off. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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