thwart an attempt

Examples (10)

• The vigilant security guard managed to thwart the burglar's attempt to break into the museum.
• Quick thinking by the pilot thwarted a hijacking attempt.
• The rival company's legal action successfully thwarted our attempt to launch the new product.
• Unfortunately, the sudden downpour thwarted our attempt to have a picnic in the park.
• The government's new policies are designed to thwart any attempt at tax evasion.
• The hero's timely arrival thwarted the villain's attempt to take over the city.
• Our cybersecurity team has thwarted multiple attempts to breach our network this month.
• The defender's excellent tackle thwarted the striker's attempt to score a goal.
• His attempt to cheat on the exam was thwarted when the teacher noticed his hidden notes.
• We must work together to thwart any attempt to undermine our democratic institutions.