deterrent
Example Sentences
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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.
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.
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
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