as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable
the basketball coach's steadfast eschewing of favoritism has won her the team's wholehearted respect
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as in avoiding
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
the minister eschews involvement in local politics, since he doesn't want to diminish his moral authority in the community
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Recent Examples of eschewing
Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
All this comes on the heels of much of the fashion world eschewing fur.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Lawrence stuck to simplicity and the all-black color palette with her accessories, wearing a pair of pointy black Manolo Blahnik pumps, and eschewing all jewelry aside from a pair of black matte teardrop earrings.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2024
The 82-year-old has no plans to list either, eschewing dividends in favor of retaining cash on hand to expand.
—Jennifer Wells, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
In other words, the incoming Middle East team may start out by eschewing any pressure on Israel to exit Gaza or accept a two-state solution with Palestinians.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Nov. 2024
This plays in marked contrast to the comments of feminists, including Betty Friedan in an archival interview, looking favorably on the Beatles for eschewing macho behaviors and showing softness.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Nov. 2024
Since 1954, the Leica M has been a testament to the enduring appeal of simplicity in photography, eschewing many technological advancements that have become commonplace in contemporary cameras.
—Robb Rice, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2024
For all the brashness that defined his career — writing his own songs, standing proudly patriotic, eschewing Nashville for his native Oklahoma — his portion of the evening was full of subtle notes and poignant remembrances, with two exceptions.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
Verb
Tesla has helped spearhead a movement toward a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model in which people buy their vehicles directly from the company, eschewing a dealership.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
All this comes on the heels of much of the fashion world eschewing fur.
—Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Lawrence stuck to simplicity and the all-black color palette with her accessories, wearing a pair of pointy black Manolo Blahnik pumps, and eschewing all jewelry aside from a pair of black matte teardrop earrings.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2024
The 82-year-old has no plans to list either, eschewing dividends in favor of retaining cash on hand to expand.
—Jennifer Wells, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
In other words, the incoming Middle East team may start out by eschewing any pressure on Israel to exit Gaza or accept a two-state solution with Palestinians.
—Howard Lafranchi, The Christian Science Monitor, 27 Nov. 2024
This plays in marked contrast to the comments of feminists, including Betty Friedan in an archival interview, looking favorably on the Beatles for eschewing macho behaviors and showing softness.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Nov. 2024
Since 1954, the Leica M has been a testament to the enduring appeal of simplicity in photography, eschewing many technological advancements that have become commonplace in contemporary cameras.
—Robb Rice, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2024
For all the brashness that defined his career — writing his own songs, standing proudly patriotic, eschewing Nashville for his native Oklahoma — his portion of the evening was full of subtle notes and poignant remembrances, with two exceptions.
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eschewing
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Prior to the escape, Hernandez was held at the Kern Valley State Prison.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Other options include The Jarvis at 220, a historic downtown mansion that now serves as a bed-and-breakfast with views of the Neuse River and skyline, and the 1882 Italianate Victorian Aerie Bed & Breakfast, ideal for those seeking a romantic escape.Trudy Haywood Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Using shower bars or shower seats, non-slip mats, avoiding rolling chairs and loose rugs, and wearing supportive footwear are all helpful.Mill Etienne, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Bitcoin ETFs allow investors to buy into an asset that tracks the price movement of bitcoin, while avoiding the inconvenience and risk of purchasing the crypto coin itself.Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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But the man who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a busy hotel keeps evading capture.Holly Yan, CNN, 7 Dec. 2024
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The latter include possessing a handgun while actively using drugs and evading over $1 million in federal income tax while spending lavishly on drugs and escorts.Paul du Quenoy, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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But there is no evidence the mutation is linked to the consumption of raw milk or the avoidance of vaccines.Nate Trela, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
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Prior to the Russia-Ukraine War, the P5 nations issued a statement in January 2022, saying the avoidance of war between nuclear-armed states is their foremost responsibility.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Or, just place carpets to create a barrier between cold floors and the room and prevent heat from escaping through those tiny gaps.Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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The sea may provide an end run for the West in escaping China’s monopolization of terrestrial mining.Greg Autry, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The Biden administration should take quick regulatory action to raise standards for mandatory corporate due diligence for dual-use technology sales in places such as China, ramp up Commerce Department investigations of export control evasion, and threaten significant fines for violations.Theodore Bunzel, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2024
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Hunter's sentencing was due to take place on December 12 in Delaware for the gun conviction and December 16 in Los Angeles for the tax evasion charges.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Eschewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eschewing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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