afin d'

in order to

→ afin

phrase Uncommon #18,968

in order to A formal expression of purpose, used before a verb in the infinitive. The d' is the shortened form of de before a vowel sound.

FR: Ils ont exploré toutes les pistes possibles afin d'éviter la guerre.

EN: They explored every possible avenue in order to avoid war.

He ran in order to get there on time.

Today, he beheaded a man from Wu to undermine our morale!

— Les 3 Royaumes (2008)

I came early to get a good seat.

I had to take the first train this morning to get here on time.

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He went to Austria to study music.

I would like to study in China to improve my Chinese.

I want to find somewhere quiet to study.

To clear up a few things.

— Une journée particulière (1977)

He is saving up to buy a house.

I called to make sure he would come.

Kill him with your own hands to avoid any problems in the future.

— Le Secret des poignards volants (2004)

To avoid being held responsible, one should act responsibly.

I’d go so far as to beg to get this job.

They explored every possible avenue to avoid war.

I bought a telescope to observe the night sky.

He went to England to deepen his understanding of the culture.