Examples of prevention in a Sentence
Exercise and diet play a role in the prevention of heart disease.
good crowd control is crucial to the prevention of riots
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The federal government, Congress, states, insurers, leaders in business and technology, and academic institutions all need to commit to closing the women’s health gap with billions more dedicated to research, treatment innovation, and prevention.
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Maria Shriver, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
In its 2022 position statement, the group reaffirmed that HRT remains the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, as well as for the prevention of bone loss and fractures.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 8 Oct. 2025
Several large nonprofit organizations and advocacy groups also provide up-to-date information on scams and advise on strategies for prevention.
—Madhusree Mukerjee, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2025
Much like its approach to skincare, Korean hair care is rooted in a philosophy of prevention, nourishment, and layering lightweight yet potent formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
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Maria Shriver, Time, 9 Oct. 2025
In its 2022 position statement, the group reaffirmed that HRT remains the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, as well as for the prevention of bone loss and fractures.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 8 Oct. 2025
Several large nonprofit organizations and advocacy groups also provide up-to-date information on scams and advise on strategies for prevention.
—Madhusree Mukerjee, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2025
Much like its approach to skincare, Korean hair care is rooted in a philosophy of prevention, nourishment, and layering lightweight yet potent formulas.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Prevention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prevention. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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prevention
noun
pre·ven·tion
pri-ˈven-chən 
: the act or practice of preventing something
the prevention of fires
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