prevented

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The compound prevented GRK2 molecules from forming harmful aggregates, allowing mitochondria to function more effectively.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The recent wet weather in London has prevented much practice on grass, so Quayle has been helping to source indoor courts at venues like the Hurlingham Club and the National Tennis Centre.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

His tenure was difficult as injuries prevented him from establishing consistency.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The Covid-triggered supply-chain crisis of a few years ago prevented automakers from making enough cars to meet demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

What was the impulse that prevented Cecilia from replacing the caps and lids and screw-tops of her makeup and perfumes?

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan