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preclude

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﹒To prevent from happening; make impossible.

﹒To exclude or debar someone from a particular activity or privilege.

Examples

﹒The heavy rain will preclude any possibility of playing the tennis match today.

﹒His lack of experience does not necessarily preclude him from being considered for the position.

﹒Strict safety regulations preclude the use of open flames inside the laboratory.

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