directly inhibit

Frequency: 7.011.8 per million words

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.