discourage
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Bettan told the BBC he had not been aware of guidelines that discourage contestants from campaigning for multiple votes, and had "erased" the post.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Stubborn inflation could also discourage senior Fed officials from cutting interest rates this year, an outcome that would be especially painful for homeowners hoping for lower mortgage rates.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
Authorities have long tried to discourage the illegal celebrations, which can prove dangerous.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
“Though diagnosis and management of health conditions is an important part of all reproductive health care, RRM has unfortunately been used to discourage patients from accessing safe, effective, well-studied interventions such as IVF.”
From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026
She set the bowl on the ground and backed away, in case her proximity might discourage the fairies.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
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