Umiwas (en. To avoid)

u-mi-was

Synonyms

avoiding trouble

Of course, I avoided trouble so it wouldn't escalate further.

Siyempre, umiwas ako sa gulo para hindi na magkalat pa.

dodging responsibilities

I wish he would dodge his responsibilities, but he really needs to face this.

Sana'y umiwas siya sa responsibilidad, pero kailangan na talaga niyang harapin 'to.

avoiding people

He's become antisocial, avoiding people.

Naging antisocial na siya, umiwas na sa mga tao.