deter

Example Sentences

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The U.S. intended to deter Soviet tanks assaulting from the north or Egypt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"But we will not let them deter us, we proudly campaign for Tisza," Menczel said.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The bases allow the U.S. to quickly detect threats headed toward the homeland, deter Russia and project force abroad, analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“To build themselves up and deter others from challenging their power, they take others down in public, letting them know exactly where they stand and how much they scorn them.”

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Perhaps the simple fact of seeing her there at work would deter the women who hoped to drive her away.

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry