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Definition of Stave off
1. Verb. Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening. "Avert a strike"
Exact synonyms: Avert, Avoid, Debar, Deflect, Fend Off, Forefend, Forfend, Head Off, Obviate, Ward Off
Generic synonyms: Forbid, Foreclose, Forestall, Preclude, Prevent
Derivative terms: Avertable, Avertible, Avoidable, Obviation
Generic synonyms: Forbid, Foreclose, Forestall, Preclude, Prevent
Derivative terms: Avertable, Avertible, Avoidable, Obviation
Lexicographical Neighbors of Stave Off
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