切忌 (qiè jì): Avoid (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

When crossing the road, you must avoid running a red light.

He did not realize that one should avoid revealing one's bottom line too early in negotiations.

When cooking this dish, avoid excessive heat, or the ingredients will lose their tender texture.

In teamwork, you must avoid individualism and focus on communication and collaboration.

Avoid making hasty decisions before thorough research; instead, comprehensively analyze various potential risks.