directly inhibit
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to limit or prevent something without any intermediate steps
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- Scientists found that the compound could directly inhibit the enzyme's activity.
- Stress hormones can directly inhibit the immune system's response.
- His lack of experience did not directly inhibit his progress, but it made things harder.
- The new regulations are designed to directly inhibit illegal fishing practices.
- This specific antibody was shown to directly inhibit viral replication.
- Environmental factors often directly inhibit plant growth in arid regions.
- The medication works to directly inhibit the production of inflammatory chemicals.
- Sometimes fear can directly inhibit creative thinking.
- A strong defense mechanism will directly inhibit pathogen entry.
- The sudden drop in temperature could directly inhibit the chemical reaction.