effectively prohibit
Frequency: 6.58.0 per million words
To forbid something in a way that produces the intended result, even if not explicitly stated.
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- The regulations effectively prohibit the entry of seeds into the country.
- Their new policy will effectively prohibit late submissions without explicitly stating it.
- By raising the prices so high, they effectively prohibit access for lower-income individuals.
- The strict zoning laws effectively prohibit commercial development in residential areas.
- Though not a direct ban, the lengthy approval process effectively prohibits many small businesses from operating.
- Such a high barrier to entry could effectively prohibit new competitors from joining the market.
- The company's internal rules effectively prohibit employees from discussing their salaries.
- Without adequate funding, the program would effectively prohibit many students from participating.
- These measures are designed to effectively prohibit the spread of misinformation.
- The new tax scheme will effectively prohibit the import of luxury goods.