Cerca
to avert
01
prevenire
to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening
02
distogliere
to redirect one's gaze or attention away from something or someone
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The financial collapse of the company was averted at the last moment, narrowly avoiding a catastrophe.
The decisive action taken by the president averted a major crisis.
The pilot's quick-thinking averted a potential disaster when the plane experienced engine failure.