avoidance (EN)

noun

noun “avoidance”

1. the act of avoiding or staying away from something
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   Her avoidance of crowded places helped her manage her anxiety.
2. (in psychology) a coping mechanism where a person avoids dealing with unpleasant emotions or situations
   Avoidance can sometimes prevent individuals from facing and resolving underlying problems.