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preventive

[pri-ven-tiv] / prɪˈvɛn tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
deterrent
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The measures aimed at trying to curb its spread rely essentially on adherence to preventive steps and the rapid detection of cases.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Gupton and Contorno said the cost makes sense financially because they save on off-hours trips to urgent-care clinics, get better preventive care and don’t need as many referrals to specialists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

"It is a lot about preventive medicine just now because there are limited medical supplies in space but with commercial flights, there could be a higher medical risk."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Khera, who was not involved in the research, is a professor of medicine, clinical chief of cardiology, and director of preventive cardiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

In a swift and decisive practice of preventive medicine, Dr. Snow removed the handle from the pump.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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