noun
- The act of preventing something by anticipating and disposing of it effectively.
- synonyms: obviation, preclusion
verb
- Keep from happening or arising; make impossible.
- usage: "My sense of tact forbids an honest answer"; "Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project"
- Act in advance of; deal with ahead of time.
- synonyms: anticipate, foresee, forestall, counter
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