Hledat
to prevent
01
předcházet, bránit
to not let someone do something
Transitive: to prevent sb/sth from sth
Example
The security guard prevented the unauthorized person from entering the building.
The lock on the door helps prevent burglaries in the neighborhood.
The referee intervened to prevent the players from escalating the argument into a physical altercation.
02
zabránit, předcházet
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to prevent sth
Example
Vaccination programs have historically prevented the spread of infectious diseases.
Yesterday, the quick intervention prevented a serious accident.
The security measures in place prevent unauthorized access to the building.
Příklad
The security guard prevented the unauthorized person from entering the building.
The lock on the door helps prevent burglaries in the neighborhood.
The referee intervened to prevent the players from escalating the argument into a physical altercation.
She tried to prevent her younger brother from eating too much candy before dinner.
She took precautions to prevent her child from getting lost in the crowded mall.
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