to prevent
Example Sentences
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The government injected billions into banks, insurance giant AIG and the automobile industry to prevent the collapse of individual companies that would have jeopardized the economy and the financial system writ large if they failed.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
Riders at the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift have had their clothing checked to prevent attempts to make "aerodynamic gains".
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
The rules standardise interactions between humans and machines to "prevent risks of misuse or abuse", the ministry said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
Chipotle has cooperated in the investigation, including providing records, removing suspected jalapeños from its restaurants and taking steps to prevent further transmission, Medus said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
“I tried to prevent the attack,” said Roz.
From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown
