deterring

Example Sentences

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The MoD did not answer our question directly but said it was "disrupting and deterring" the shadow fleet and more than 700 suspected vessels had been challenged since October 2024.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Beijing’s move reflects concerns about losing AI talent and deterring overseas moves, mirroring U.S. investment restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

The first incident prompted the Los Angeles Police Department to focus its resources on deterring and responding to these events.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

That isn’t deterring some fund managers from making early bets on Elon Musk’s satellite, rocket and artificial intelligence giant.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

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

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith