Term: steer away from

steer away from (phrasal verb): to avoid someone or something, or to change the direction of a conversation or action to avoid a specific topic or situation.

synonyms: avoid, sidestep, evade

pronunciation: /stɪər əˈweɪ frɒm/

translation: izvairīties no, turēties pa gabalu no

example: The doctor advised him to steer away from fatty foods if he wanted to lower his cholesterol levels.

Contextual Usage

• Social/Interpersonal: “I try to steer away from my neighbor when he’s in a bad mood.”
• Conversation: “When the interview got too personal, she skillfully steered away from the topic and back to her professional achievements.”
• Strategy/Business: “The company decided to steer away from traditional advertising and focus entirely on social media influencers.”