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VocabJLPT N2

prevention

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. prevention
2. check

The act of preventing something undesirable from happening, particularly used in formal and official contexts. It often appears in compound expressions related to preventing crime, accidents, or disease.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Just so there's no misunderstanding, let me say this upfront," she began.

Sentence 2

Please do not run inside the facility to prevent accidents.

Sentence 3

At this point, doesn't all this error-prevention paperwork just cause more errors?

Sentence 4

That rule isn't about preventing problems — it's about avoiding responsibility!

Sentence 5

"We are suspending work to prevent accidents," the site supervisor announced.