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HEAD OFF

(verb)
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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Head Off.

Head Off - as a verb

Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; to protect from or to keep away anything undesirable; to ward off

Example: "Let's avoid a confrontation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avert8avoid9debar8deflect13fend offforefend15forfend14obviate12stave offward off

Example Sentences

"I need to head off to work soon."
"We should head off on our trip early to avoid traffic."
"Let's head off any potential problems before they escalate."
"They are trying to head off criticism by addressing the issue upfront."
"The authorities worked hard to head off a possible terrorist attack."
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