as in prevention
the act or practice of keeping something from happening
by raising the necessary funds, the historical society was able to effect a last-minute forestallment of the demolition of the town's oldest house
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prevention
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The treatment and prevention strategies may differ based on the underlying cause, so identifying the source of what’s putting you at risk is key.—
Taayoo Murray,
Essence,
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The team offers a range of medical aid, from eye care to wound care and overdose prevention and treatment.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
26 May 2025
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“Forestallment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forestallment. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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