What is the opposite of Seek?

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The opposite of “seek” can be several words, depending on the context.

Here are a few possibilities:

To deliberately stay away from something or someone.

Example: “She avoids seeking attention from her ex.”

To intentionally disregard or pay no attention to something or someone.

Example: “He ignores the advice of his mentors.”

To refuse or decline something or someone.

Example: “The company rejected the proposal.”

To send someone or something away, or to reject an idea or suggestion.

Example: “The judge dismissed the case due to lack of evidence.”

To avoid or escape something or someone, often in a clever or skillful way.

Example: “The politician evaded answering the tough questions.”

1. *Hide*: To conceal oneself or something from others.

Example: “The child hid from her parents.”

2. *Conceal*: To keep something secret or hidden from others.

Example: “The company concealed the financial reports.”

3. *Flee*: To run away from something or someone, often in a state of fear or panic.

Example: “The refugees fled the war-torn country.”

These words all convey the idea of moving away from or avoiding something or someone, rather than seeking it out.