shirk
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Example:She tried to avoid the topic of politics at the party.
Definition:to stay away from or keep from happening; to prevent or stop from occurring.
From avoid
Example:He tried to evade the question by changing the subject.
Definition:to avoid or get away from by use of trickery or deceit; to escape from by skillful or clever means.
From evade
Example:Time is wasted when people shirk responsibilities.
Definition:to use improperly, inaccurately, or unnecessarily; to cause to be lost, wasted, or misspent.
From waste
Example:The thief tried to elude the police but in vain.
Definition:to avoid or escape from (easily) by speed, skill, or ingenuity; to evade.
From elude
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