Avoid

Avoid (doing) sth = be careful not to do something: ‘These drugs are dangerous and should be avoided.’

Prevent sb/sth (from doing sth) = stop someone or something from doing something; stop something from happening: ‘The wall is supposed to prevent dogs from getting into the garden.’ ‘It is hoped that the new speed limit will help to prevent accidents.’

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