attempt to prevent

Frequency: 7.010.1 per million words

To make an effort to stop something, with no guarantee of success.

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Examples (10)

  • The authorities will attempt to prevent any public disorder during the parade.
  • She attempted to prevent the misunderstanding by explaining her intentions clearly.
  • New regulations are being introduced to attempt to prevent financial fraud.
  • They attempted to prevent the inevitable decline, but ultimately failed.
  • Many organizations attempt to prevent cyber-attacks through advanced security measures.
  • The doctor advised him to change his lifestyle to attempt to prevent future health issues.
  • Historically, peace treaties often attempted to prevent further conflicts.
  • It's crucial to attempt to prevent soil erosion in this agricultural region.
  • He attempted to prevent the child from running into the street.
  • The company will attempt to prevent product defects through stringent quality control.