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The Clue

Prevent from acting (5 letter answer)

The Answer

DETER

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Notes

The answer DETER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.

Related Clues

Check
Daunt
Discourage
Dissuade
Hinder
Inhibit
Intimidate
Keep (from)
Prevent
Restrain
Sidetrack
Hold back
Hold off
Hold up
Put a damper on
Scare off
Stop, perhaps
Turn aside
Ward off

Definition

DETER as a verb:

1. (deter, discourage) = try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
2. (dissuade, deter) = turn away from by persuasion; "Negative campaigning will only dissuade people"