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deterrent

[dih-tur-uhnt, -tuhr-, -ter-] / dɪˈtɜr ənt, -ˈtʌr-, -ˈtɛr- /


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“Despite the rebound, price action continues to look positioning-driven rather than fundamentally new, with volatility still acting as a deterrent to broader participation,” analysts at Sucden Financial said.

From The Wall Street Journal

While the acoustic deterrent costs £50m, the wider fish‑protection system - including larger inlet heads and a return pipe for fish - will cost £700m.

From BBC

Many braved heavy snowfalls in parts of the country, which had been feared a deterrent to voters.

From The Wall Street Journal

More, not fewer, countries appear to want them as a deterrent.

From BBC

One of the two entrances to Elephant Valley is outfitted with bee boxes; bees are known to be a natural elephant deterrent and can help in preventing the animals from disrupting crops or communities.

From Los Angeles Times