prevents

[US]/[ˈprevɛnt]/
[UK]/[ˈprɛvɛnt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To stop something from happening; to keep something from occurring.; To keep something from happening by anticipating and taking action.; To make it impossible for something to happen.

Phrases & Collocations

prevents problems

preventative measures

prevents infection

preventing damage

prevents access

prevented theft

prevents further

preventing conflict

prevents burnout

preventing risks

Example Sentences

regular exercise prevents heart disease.

a good diet prevents many health problems.

wearing a seatbelt prevents serious injury in a car accident.

this software prevents viruses from infecting your computer.

proper maintenance prevents equipment failure.

good communication prevents misunderstandings between colleagues.

a strong firewall prevents unauthorized access to the network.

vaccination prevents the spread of infectious diseases.

early detection prevents the condition from worsening.

using sunscreen prevents sunburn and skin damage.

regular inspections prevent accidents on the construction site.

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