Buscar
to ward off
01
ahuyentar, repeler
to repel or avoid an attack or undesirable situation
Transitive: to ward off an attack or undesirable element
Example
The use of insect repellent helps ward off mosquitoes and reduce the risk of insect-borne diseases.
Installing a security system can help ward off burglars and protect the home from potential break-ins.
02
repeler, prevenir
to prevent or defend against something
Transitive: to ward off a risk
Example
The vaccine helped ward off infections during the flu season.
La vacuna ayudó a prevenir infecciones durante la temporada de gripe.
The new regulations are designed to ward off the risk of financial instability.
Las nuevas regulaciones están diseñadas para prevenir el riesgo de inestabilidad financiera.
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