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to deter
01
dissuadir, desencorajar
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to deter an action or situation
Exemplos
The visible security cameras are intended to deter theft in the store.
As câmeras de segurança visíveis são destinadas a dissuadir o roubo na loja.
The high cost of fines is expected to deter speeding on the highway.
Espera-se que o alto custo das multas desencoraje o excesso de velocidade na estrada.
02
dissuadir, desencorajar
to discourage or prevent someone from doing something, usually by creating fear or doubt in their mind
Transitive: to deter sb from sth
Exemplos
Harsh penalties are deterring individuals from committing crimes.
Penas severas dissuadem os indivíduos de cometer crimes.
Public awareness campaigns are deterring people from engaging in risky behaviors.
As campanhas de conscientização pública dissuadem as pessoas de se envolverem em comportamentos de risco.
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