to prevent

Example Sentences

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The crusade to prevent skin-cancer deaths, Mr. Jacobsen argues, has fostered an absolutism about the risks of sunlight that permeates the media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Lilly’s existing pain portfolio centers on Emgality, an injectable medication to prevent migraine pain and treat cluster headaches.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

While that’s intended to prevent major volatility from a rush of shares hitting the market, it could still lead to some turbulence.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

"Stopping early may mean missed opportunities to prevent heart attacks, kidney disease progression and other complications."

From Science Daily • Jun. 16, 2026

What are you willing to do to prevent such a shadow from falling over you and others?

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti