thwart

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Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike sell a range of security services under one umbrella, and both have made a series of acquisitions in the past year intended to bolster their platforms to thwart AI threats.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The rest of “Two Prosecutors” will concern the myriad forces conspiring to thwart his efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

However, he is on trial at Mold Crown Court with three other people who the prosecution said helped him attempt to "evade and thwart justice".

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

TikTok said child sexual abuse material is categorically prohibited on its platform and that the company has robust systems in place to thwart attempts to exploit or harm young people.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

The “boat” was a miniature punt, used for reed-cutting—little more than a raft, with a single thwart amidships.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams