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To ward against, halt the advance of or keep at bay. "Drink lots of water to stave off hunger"
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How do you use stave off in a sentence?
A tall glass of water will help me to stave off my hunger pangs.
What is the definition of stave?
A stave is a strong wooden or metal rod used in building or as a support, typically in the construction of barrels or casks. It can also refer to a set of lines or spaces on which notes are written in Western musical notation.
How do you use stave in a sentence?
I can complete the construction of this barrel if you will kindly pass me that last stave. I hope this sugary snack with empty calories will stave off my hunger until I can get home for a real meal.
What did Vietnam soldiers do when not fighting?
They tried to stave off Malaria.
Will answering these questions every day stave off Alzheimer's disease?
Answering questions every day will not stave off Alzheimer's disease. This is because Alzheimer's has to do with the brain and the person's memory, and it cannot be fixed y answering questions. Although it hasn't been studied yet, it will most likely not stave off Alzheimer's disease.
What is the stave of a bow?
The stave of a bow is the part of the bow which is usually made of wood, has the handle, and is where you rest the arrow. It is also the part of the bow onwhich the string is attched. The definition of stave is one of the thin, narrow, shaped pieces of wood that form the sides of a cask, tub, or similar vessel.
What is an appeaser?
Someone who seeks to stave off being conquered or attacked by bribing the offenders.
Are green tea good for your health?
Green tea is very good for health. It fights cancer and heart disease, and it also works to stave off dementia. A full description of its health benefits is in related links.
Can you eat Walnut during pregnancy?
Yes, you can eat walnuts during pregnancy! Rather it is a good idea to eat walnut during pregnancy as they boost brain development and stave off nausea.
What does the phrase stave off mean?
to delay or postpone something unwanted, such as hunger, foreclosure, death, etc.
Why did Egyptians eat everyday?
"Why" ... for the same reasons everyone eats everyday. To stave off hunger and / or starvation.
What is Stave Puzzles's population?
Stave Puzzles's population is 24.
