deter
US /dɪˈtɝː/
UK /dɪˈtɝː/
1.
dissuadir, impedir, desencorajar
discourage (someone) from doing something by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences
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The high cost of the program might deter some students from applying.
O alto custo do programa pode impedir alguns alunos de se inscreverem.
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Security cameras are often used to deter crime.
Câmeras de segurança são frequentemente usadas para dissuadir o crime.