as in prophylactic
concerned with or serving to keep something from happening
the department in charge of taking preventative measures against international terrorism
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Recent Examples of preventative
Jennifer Lotito, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Make sure any family pets, especially cats, are current on vaccinations and parasite preventatives.
—Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Now, the best preventative is to plant disease resistant selections, such as Freedom, Liberty, Priscilla and Redfree.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
By incorporating this approach, healthcare can shift from reactive to preventative.
—Karlo Tanjuakio, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Now, experts say what’s needed to get the fight back on track—and eventually end the threat for good—isn’t just better diagnostics and therapeutics, but long acting preventatives.
—Jennifer Lotito, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Make sure any family pets, especially cats, are current on vaccinations and parasite preventatives.
—Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Now, the best preventative is to plant disease resistant selections, such as Freedom, Liberty, Priscilla and Redfree.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
By incorporating this approach, healthcare can shift from reactive to preventative.
—Karlo Tanjuakio, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preventative
Adjective
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As a required preventive service under a provision of the Affordable Care Act, PrEP users are not supposed to face utilization management barriers, such as cost-sharing and prior authorization protocols.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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These same-day surgery centers are more convenient and less expensive for patients by providing care—including diagnostic and preventive procedures—without the need for an overnight stay.—
Newsweek Rankings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Noun
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My company led the engagement from end to end, managing every stage of the transaction, from initial borrower readiness documentation and full IP valuation to coordination with insurance carriers and the lending partner.—
Joseph K. Hopkins,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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In California, the average monthly renter insurance premium is $15, according to Bankrate.—
Phillip Molnar,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Forecasters predict the worst of a record-setting heat wave may soon be over — but millions still need to take precautions to stay safe from dangerous heat.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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Castor oil packs are generally safe for most people when used correctly, but there are a few precautions to keep in mind:13141516 Skin reactions: Castor oil may cause itching, redness, or rashes in people with sensitive skin or allergies.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
25 June 2025
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“Preventative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preventative. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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