forestalled

[US]/fɔːˈstɔːld/
[UK]/fɔrˈstɔld/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to prevent something from happening by taking action first

Phrases & Collocations

forestalled the issue

forestalled the decision

forestalled the conflict

forestalled the attack

forestalled the crisis

forestalled the outcome

forestalled the plan

forestalled the change

forestalled the process

forestalled the development

Example Sentences

the unexpected rain forestalled our picnic plans.

his early arrival forestalled any potential delays.

the new policy forestalled the need for further discussion.

she forestalled the argument by changing the subject.

the quick response forestalled a major crisis.

the announcement forestalled any rumors about layoffs.

they forestalled the competition with their innovative product.

his warning forestalled a potential disaster.

the changes in the schedule forestalled our plans.

the funding secured early forestalled any financial issues.

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