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prevention

[pri-ven-shuhn] / prɪˈvɛn ʃən /


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The family’s companies have settled many accusations of environmental violations by agreeing to pay fines and invest in better pollution prevention without admitting or denying culpability.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Officials recently altered a program that charges polluters, which analysts estimate will result in a cut of $200 million for California’s annual wildfire prevention budget.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The results indicate that the organ remains important throughout adulthood and could eventually help guide disease prevention strategies and cancer treatment decisions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Bradshaw, who studies children’s mental health and bullying prevention, has been collecting data on 25,000 students.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

In front of the cabin’s lone window, Owen saw another polar bear prevention device: a ratty old couch.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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