Could you please clarify your request? Are you thinking of:
* Specific words: Are you referring to a particular group of words where you're trying to avoid combining vowels? (e.g., "pre- + announce" vs. "pronounce")
* Word formation: Are you asking about a general rule for forming new words by combining parts?
* Specific grammatical context: Is there a specific grammatical situation you're trying to avoid combining vowels in?
Please provide more details so I can understand your request better and give you a helpful answer!