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prevented

ADJECTIVE
kept from happening
Synonyms


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Pantoja said Van is a top-tier fighter, but he believes the injury prevented both of them from showing everything they were capable of.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2026

Researchers still need to determine what causes the protein to decline with age, how much of the resulting physical and cognitive deterioration can be prevented, and how long any benefits might last.

From Science Daily Sep. 18, 2026

Walker’s illness — which included seizures and frequent hospitalizations — prevented her from traveling out of state, said Molly Duane, one of the family’s attorneys.

From Salon Sep. 17, 2026

Americans are sitting on record levels of home equity, but high rates have to some extent prevented them from turning that equity into cash for large-scale renovations.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

“And on top of that, we prevented the end of Time,” said Mini.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi




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