Eschewing

/ɪsˈtʃuːɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v. (gerund, present participle)) The act of intentionally avoiding or abstaining from something, often to prevent legal conflicts or risks.
    The corporation is eschewing activities that might trigger regulatory scrutiny.

Forms

  • eschew
  • eschewed
  • eschews

Commentary

In legal drafting, 'eschewing' emphasizes deliberate avoidance, distinct from accidental omission or waiver.

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