prevent

Example Sentences

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“We regret that our proactive measures to prevent secondary harm from last year’s data leak incident, as well as our explanations based on clear facts, were not sufficiently reflected in the PIPC’s decision,” Coupang said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"As a result, those individuals were unaware of the breach and deprived of the opportunity to take steps to prevent secondary harm."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

A report spokesperson said the government had been slow to develop plans to reduce bycatch and rules prevent fishermen near UK shores from putting acoustic devices on their nets to deter dolphins.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

With encouragement from Kincaid, Lee, 49, began by planting small sages that would grow quickly and help prevent erosion, since water, mulch and rain often ran down the hillside to the sidewalk.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Later running on a platform to prevent territorial slavery and preserve the Union, he was elected president on November 6, 1860.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock