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Prevention

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Definition

Prevention means the action of stopping something from happening or arising.

Synonyms & similar words

bar avoidance deterrence interception preclusion prohibition restraint stopping abstention countermeasure hindrance obviation preemptive preparatory prophylactic safeguard thwarting preclusion forestallment inhibition shielding

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