deterring

Example Sentences

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Traveler concerns about getting through customs at American airports are deterring some visitors, hotel owners said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Airlines expect to carry more passengers this year but earn only half as much profit as in 2025, as high fuel prices don't appear to be fully deterring travel, according to projections published Sunday.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

She says there is "nothing appealing about Peterborough at all at the minute" and feels the state of the city is deterring visitors.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The first incident prompted the Los Angeles Police Department to focus its resources on deterring and responding to these events.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

It can patrol there with its big old horns, deterring burglars and such.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith