The phrase "avoided preparing" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing actions that someone chose not to undertake, particularly in the context of planning or getting ready for something.
Example: "She avoided preparing for the meeting, thinking she could wing it instead."
Alternatives: "refrained from preparing" or "neglected to prepare".
He avoids preparing a script in advance, preferring to start with only a basic treatment and then writing scenes during the shoot.
Misinterpreting your motivating factors means that you'll fail to progress with precision too -- being blown off course by business challenges is easier if you avoid preparing and adapting your drive.
This week I cleaned both my bathrooms 'til they sparkled to avoid preparing my taxes.
It's a good idea to avoid preparing food for three days after recovering from the illness, according to the CDC.
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Ebi et al. (2009) presented a timely and important analysis of the federal investment in research focused on understanding, avoiding, preparing for, and adapting to the health impacts of climate variability and change.
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For this method, avoid preparing the dish by lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Variety is the spice of life, as they say, so avoid preparing the same kinds of healthy meals night after night, or your family will soon get bored and slip back into their old ways.
Shocking needs to occur immediately after beans have been boiled so that they do not become overcooked in their own steam.[10] Also avoid preparing an ice bath while your beans boil.
