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deter vs prevent
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| deterverb/dɪˈtɜːr/ | Meaning to make someone decide not to do something, often by showing risks or consequences | Goes with deter crime | Example High prices may deter tourists from visiting the island. |
| preventverb/prɪˈvent/ | Meaning to stop something from happening | Goes with — | Example Washing your hands often can prevent many illnesses. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Nothing could him from trying again.