precludes
- present tense form of preclude (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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But as a matter of law, the TPS statute precludes judicial review.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
It feels then something like that classic philosophical paradox of an immovable object encountering an unstoppable force: logically impossible because the existence of one precludes the other.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
Powell sticking it out, even for a few more months, precludes that option.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
This also precludes ICEBlock’s inclusion in any third-party stores.
From Slate • May 16, 2025
“Absolutely. Owls are wise. They are carefu and patient. Wisdom precludes boldness.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
