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preventive

[pri-ven-tiv] / prɪˈvɛn tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
deterrent
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“Nothing’s conclusive until it’s randomized,” said Ben Hirsh, director of preventive cardiology at the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital in Manhasset, N.Y.

From MarketWatch Sep. 15, 2026

It said the overnight operations were of a "preventive nature" and aimed at "securing airspace and its protection, especially in areas adjacent to threatened regions".

From BBC Sep. 15, 2026

These actions are of a "preventive nature" and are aimed at "securing airspace and its protection, especially in areas adjacent to threatened regions", it added.

From Barron's Sep. 15, 2026

By walking the same path they’ve already set for other diseases, the FDA’s regulators could give osteoarthritis patients a breakthrough in preventive medicine.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 13, 2026

In a swift and decisive practice of preventive medicine, Dr. Snow removed the handle from the pump.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

She packs a special bag for Pepper, which includes food, water bowls, regular medications, flea and tick preventives, a litter bag, leash, collar, bedding and grooming supplies.

From Seattle Times Sep. 4, 2023

Some antivirals, such as those for HIV, have worked as preventives.

From Science Magazine May 4, 2022

That’s different from the way we typically experience vaccines: as preventives for diseases that feel controlled or even obsolete.

From Slate Jul. 1, 2021

Websites touting miracle cures and preventives – herbs, teas, essential oils, tinctures and colloidal silver – are prevalent.

From The Guardian Mar. 31, 2020

Ordinary citizens also offered advice and preventives through the town’s newspapers.

From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy




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