Cerca
to ward off
01
impedire, deviare
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
allontanare, prevenire
to prevent or defend against something
Transitive: to ward off a risk
Example
The vaccine helped ward off infections during the flu season.
Il vaccino ha aiutato a prevenire le infezioni durante la stagione influenzale.
The new regulations are designed to ward off the risk of financial instability.
Le nuove normative sono progettate per allontanare il rischio di instabilità finanziaria.
