avoid a mishap

/əˈvɔɪd ə ˈmɪshæp/
prevent an accident or mistake

The pilot carefully followed procedures to avoid a mishap during landing.

The pilot took precautions to prevent an accident during landing.


general

To take precautions to prevent an accident, mistake, or unfortunate event.

Always double-check your work to avoid a mishap.

Reviewing your work carefully helps prevent mistakes.

The construction crew used safety gear to avoid a mishap on the site.

Wearing safety equipment helps prevent accidents at work.

Commonly used in contexts where safety or careful planning is important.

Related Phrases

prevent a disasterphrase
to stop a serious accident or failure from happening
avoid a mistakephrase
to prevent an error or blunder

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use this phrase when discussing safety measures or careful planning to prevent negative outcomes.

Gold Rule

Safety First

Always prioritize precautions to avoid a mishap in high-risk situations.

Word Origin

The phrase combines 'avoid' (to keep away from) and 'mishap' (an unfortunate accident or mistake).

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in contexts where safety, planning, or careful execution is emphasized.

Word Breakdown

avoid
to keep away from
verb
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a
an indefinite article
article
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mishap
an unfortunate accident or mistake
noun
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