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head off

Idiom Problem Solving

Meaning

to prevent something from happening

Example Sentences

"Early communication can head off most misunderstandings."

Related Expressions

kick the habit

to stop doing something bad or addictive

Go all out

To use all your energy and resources to achieve something.

behind schedule

later than planned or expected

back out of

to withdraw from an agreement or commitment

toe the line

to obey rules or follow the official policy

yellow-bellied

very cowardly