Word of the day - advanced level
TO PRECLUDE
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Definition
TO PRECLUDE - [verb] to make something impossible to happen; prevent
Examples of use
The frequent tsunami catastrophes preclude any prospect of a peaceful settlement in Indonesia.
His war injuries preclude any possibility of playing football in the national team again.
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