forestall
US /fɔːrˈstɑːl/
UK /fɔːrˈstɑːl/
1.
prevenir, antecipar
prevent or obstruct (an anticipated event or action) by taking advance action
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Negotiations were begun to forestall the strike.
Negociações foram iniciadas para impedir a greve.
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She sent a letter to forestall any misunderstandings.
Ela enviou uma carta para evitar quaisquer mal-entendidos.