avoid mention of
Frequency: 6.89.4 per million words
To deliberately not mention something.
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Examples (10)
- The politician tried to avoid any mention of his past mistakes during the debate.
- She deliberately chose to avoid mention of the sensitive topic to maintain peace.
- In his speech, he managed to avoid mention of the controversial policy.
- They agreed to avoid mention of their private life in public interviews.
- It was clear he wanted to avoid any mention of the failed project.
- To prevent further arguments, it's best to avoid mention of that incident.
- The report sought to avoid mention of potential financial irregularities.
- I will try to avoid mention of her name in front of him.
- By common consent, they decided to avoid mention of the painful subject.
- His subtle cues indicated he wished to avoid mention of the unfortunate event.