Death. Destruction. Disease. Horror. That’s what war is all about. That’s what makes it a thing to be avoided. – Capt. James T. Kirk Star Trek: The Original Series, ‘A Taste of Armageddon’.
The prompt assimilation of that intelligence will be essential if we are to avoid another September 11th. – Adam Schiff
Although I generally avoid the cloyingly sweet wines, I have used them for poaching fruit. – Gil Marks
Even if the Brits decide to remain, we will have to avoid a contagion on other countries. – Emmanuel Macron
Don’t necessarily avoid sharp edges. Occasionally they are necessary to leadership. – Donald Rumsfeld