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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 30% | 7 | Obstructs or prevents action | |
3 | 24% | 9 | A threat or obstacle that discourages or prevents action or progress | |
Prevents From Action Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DETERS" which means:
- verb
- • Try to prevent; show opposition to
- • Turn away from by persuasion
An example sentence would be:
- • "The high price of the product deters many customers from buying it."
- • "Putting up security cameras deters burglars from targeting homes."
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New York Times24 Sep 1977 | Across 32 | |
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