- present tense form of prevent (3rd person singular).
prevents
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Over time, severe cases may develop into cirrhosis, a condition in which extensive scarring prevents the liver from functioning properly.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026
That’s because the measure prevents state and local officials from changing the rules for a project once its application is submitted, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
The soggy ground, along with acidification, prevents the underground matter from decomposing completely as it is slowly pickled into peat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
"We're updating our women's health plan to make sure women's voices are heard, and transforming how the NHS prevents, diagnoses and treats cancer through our 10-year national cancer strategy, with a focus on earlier diagnosis."
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026
I will try to return, but in case something prevents me, in case my time is too short, I want to tell you this: do not come after me.
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
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