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deterring

ADJECTIVE
stopping
Synonyms


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It marks a wider trend of governments hardening their stance on undocumented migration, with many, including the UK and Italy, adopting measures aimed at deterring it.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

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

Attorneys for Lively said on Thursday that she will continue pursuing damages against Baldoni and other defendants under a California law aimed at deterring retaliatory defamation lawsuits tied to sexual harassment claims.

From Los Angeles Times May 7, 2026

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

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith




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