prevent
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"However, we regret that proactive measures taken to prevent secondary damage and explanations based on clear facts regarding last year's data breach were not sufficiently reflected" in the commission's decision, it said.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
If structural barriers prevent such local electricity generation, companies can claim credit for PPAs outside of where they operate.
From The Wall Street Journal • 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
According to the FBI warrant, the officers will seize items in violation of measures to prevent the accidental release of hazardous substances into the air.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
The trenches did not run in straight lines but were broken by sharp twists and turns to prevent enemy troops who entered from commanding more than a limited range of rifle fire.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
Vocabulary lists containing prevent
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