deterring

Example Sentences

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Traveler concerns about getting through customs at American airports are deterring some visitors, hotel owners said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The Ministry of Defence said at the time it was "disrupting and deterring" shadow fleet vessels, without providing specific details.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“I’ve found in prior research that immigration enforcement reduces enrollment by causing some to flee and deterring newcomers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Wary of China's navy build-up, US ally Australia has reshaped its defence force in recent years to focus on its missile strike capability and deterring an adversary from its northern approaches.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

It can patrol there with its big old horns, deterring burglars and such.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith