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to prevent
01
to not let someone do something
Transitive: to prevent sb/sth from sth
Examples
The security guard prevented the unauthorized person from entering the building.
She tried to prevent her younger brother from eating too much candy before dinner.
02
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to prevent sth
Examples
Regular exercise can help prevent certain health issues.
The security measures in place prevent unauthorized access to the building.
Lexical Tree
preventable
preventative
preventative
prevent
