ward (off)

verb

Definition of ward (off)next
as in to deflect

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ward (off)
  1. deflect
  2. hold off
  3. withstand
  4. resist
  5. oppose
  6. stand off
Verb
  • Almost all evidence of our home’s existence is gone, save the growing text record of hundreds of messages of concern, condolences and offers to help — and my grateful responses, each one punctuated by jokes and deflecting.
    Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Jan. 2025
  • The shape of the breeds' eyes, ears, paws and tails helps deflect cold temperatures, and many have a double coat, with water-resistant bristles giving way to longer, downy fur.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of deflect
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  • After winning the Big Eight title and facing Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl, the Buffaloes held off Notre Dame 10-9 when a controversial holding call negated a last-minute Raghib Ismail punt return for a touchdown.
    Scott Dochterman, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
  • At the same time, the incoming Trump administration's policies, if enacted, are expected to be inflationary, prompting some economists to predict that the central bank may hold off on cutting rates at its January 29 meeting.
    Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of hold off
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  • The girls must navigate their new dynamics — and see if their friendship can withstand it all.
    Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Among her partners is Build Change, which specializes in creating housing that can withstand natural disasters in the developing world.
    Sharon Lerner, ProPublica, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of withstand
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  • This Mount Royal Avenue cultural institution resists change (its historic interior was last updated in 1982) and yet bends successfully.
    Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Complete with two carry-ons and two checkable bags, each suitcase is outfitted in 100 percent ABS, hardwearing material that resists scratches and dents.
    Alyssa Brascia, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2025
Definition of resist
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  • In the 1920s, for instance, the United States opposed German and Japanese expansion but outsourced enforcement to treaties such as the Kellogg-Briand Pact, which outlawed war, and the League of Nations, which Washington then refused to join.
    Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Those opposed to these ideas say that young people really didn't vote for Trump because of these innovations.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of oppose
Verb
  • Ponder their effect as Mercury stands off with Jupiter.
    USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
  • As the celebration unfolded in front of him, O’Connell stood off to the side by himself, smiling and shaking his head.
    Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of stand off
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“Ward (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ward%20%28off%29. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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