Zoeken
to deter
01
afschrikken, voorkomen
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to deter an action or situation
Example
Harsh penalties are deterring individuals from committing crimes.
Public awareness campaigns are deterring people from engaging in risky behaviors.
The high cost of fines is expected to deter speeding on the highway.
02
afschrikken, afhouden
to discourage or prevent someone from doing something, usually by creating fear or doubt in their mind
Transitive: to deter sb from sth
Voorbeeld
Harsh penalties are deterring individuals from committing crimes.
Public awareness campaigns are deterring people from engaging in risky behaviors.
The high cost of fines is expected to deter speeding on the highway.
The teacher's strict rules are meant to deter cheating during exams.
The visible security cameras are intended to deter theft in the store.
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