foiled
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In 2017, a van transporting an exam paper in the eastern Indian state of Bihar was intercepted by scammers, who attempted to make off with the papers but were foiled.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2026
Human soldiers have easily foiled AI systems by doing what is "out of the ordinary", like somersaulting or putting cardboard boxes over their heads, external, he adds.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026
Of all the species they have tried to bank, Ellyn said Juniper had foiled them three years in a row.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
Iran-linked plots have also been foiled beyond Europe, pointing to a broader campaign.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 25, 2026
Perhaps his earlier plan to embarrass her wasn’t foiled yet.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
