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ward off

The correct spelling is ward off.

How to pronounce ward off

verb

Say it like: War-d o-ff

The correct spelling is ward off. To parry, or turn aside. For example: "He raised his arms to ward off the attack."

Usage Examples

He raised his arms to ward off the attack.

He wore garlic to ward off vampires.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To parry, or turn aside.
  2. 2.To avert or prevent.

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