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preventive measure

NOUN
safety net
Synonyms
WEAK
benefits buffer government aid insurance level of economic security guaranteed by government parachute precaution precautions protection protective umbrella safeguard safety plug safety valve sheet anchor subsidy

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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

"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

The zoo outfits each tusk with a metal crown as a preventive measure.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2023

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