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avoided, prevented, escaped

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Example Sentences

Example:All measures were taken to avoid any incident, but unfortunately, one still befell upon them.

Definition:was prevented; was kept away from

From avoided

Example:Diligent efforts prevented any accident from befalling the factory workers.

Definition:was stopped; was kept from happening

From prevented

Example:The firemen’s quick action ensured that the fire escaped befelling any major damages.

Definition:was not subject to; avoided

From escaped