prevent
verb (used with object)
to keep from occurring; avert; hinder.
preventing
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present participleof prevent.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Critics have questioned whether the research could help support that policy shift, although the study's stated aim was to investigate potential effects of the vaccine beyond preventing infection.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
The Westchester County Board of Elections said it was aware of an issue involving paper ballots that is preventing voting machines from accepting ballots at polling locations throughout the county.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
Caroline Choi, Edison’s executive vice president of public policy and corporate affairs, told The Times that the proposal would not change the utilities’ focus on preventing fires.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
The loss lands largely on shareholders, who can’t withdraw their paid-in capital, preventing a run on the company’s coffers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026
Lefty stepped between the men, preventing a fight.
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
