prevent

US /prɪˈvent/
UK /prɪˈvent/
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1.

prevenir, impedir

keep (something) from happening or arising

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The new policy aims to prevent fraud.
A nova política visa prevenir fraudes.
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Wearing a helmet can prevent serious head injuries.
Usar um capacete pode prevenir lesões graves na cabeça.
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2.

impedir, proibir

stop (someone) from doing something

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The police tried to prevent the protesters from entering the building.
A polícia tentou impedir os manifestantes de entrar no prédio.
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His injury will prevent him from playing in the match.
Sua lesão o impedirá de jogar na partida.
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