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Avoids upsetting schedule, getting rid of discontented coach (6)

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eludes

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'avoids' is the definition.
(eluding is a kind of avoiding)

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(Other definitions for eludes that I've seen before include "Dodges, escapes capture" , "Gets away from" , "Slips away from, dodges" , "Avoids, dodges" , "Escapes, baffles" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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