preventive measure
Example Sentences
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Without mentioning the trade spat, the ministry cited "increased pressure on the Colombian electrical system" as it announced "a preventive measure aimed at protecting Colombia’s sovereignty and energy security."
From Barron's ● Jan. 22, 2026
Children without influenza who received oseltamivir as a preventive measure showed the same rate of events as children with no flu exposure.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 5, 2026
"And as a preventive measure, 34 buildings and 5 homes are being inspected."
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2026
Davis said, however, that the most effective preventive measure against measles is immunization.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2025
Two deacons wedged themselves around Brother Jackson as a preventive measure and two large determined- looking men walked down the aisle toward Sister Monroe.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
