preventing

Example Sentences

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By preventing ecosystems from crossing nitrogen saturation thresholds, forests may be better able to maintain their natural carbon cycling processes and remain resilient as the climate continues to change.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

Salty water could be preventing the recovery of one of the UK's rarest amphibians by making former breeding sites unsuitable for their survival, a study has concluded.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

An FAA spokeswoman said Bedford respects Homendy and shares the common goal of preventing another midair collision.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

In 2025 alone, the utilities planned to spend more than $9.2 billion on preventing their equipment from sparking the next devastating wildfire, primarily funded by Californians’ electricity bills.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The only thing I really came up with was the importance of preventing the close encounter between my Polish neighbor and his John Deere from happening.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx