Forfend (verb)
forf-end
Avert or prevent (something evil or unpleasant).
Archaic: Used to express dismay or horror at the thought of something happening.
Example sentences
“Heaven forfend that he should come to power.”
“Sometimes harsh decisions have to be made to forfend impossible consequences.”
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