He would prefer to avoid the mess, but it didn't seem like much of a big deal.

But like most other parents, the couple preferred to avoid drug treatment, if possible.

I would prefer to avoid surgery if at all possible.

Remember, until we're told different, we would prefer to avoid a major fight.

I would prefer to avoid that, but it might not be possible.

And he is an easy target for those who would prefer to avoid it.

For less difference, I would prefer to avoid 3 hours driving but that is maybe too much.

He gets on well with most people, but generally prefers to avoid children.

Be that as it may, they were two women I would prefer to avoid.

His spiritual life was a subject he preferred to avoid.