Preclude Meaning in English
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Definition
To prevent something from happening or make something impossible, especially by taking earlier action.
Usage & Nuances
'Preclude' is formal and often used in written or legal contexts. Common collocations: 'preclude the possibility', 'preclude someone from doing something'. Do not use it for everyday, simple prevention—use 'prevent' instead.
Spanish: impedir - evitarPortuguese (BR): impedir - prevenirPortuguese (PT): impedir - evitarChinese (Simplified): 阻止 - 排除Chinese (Traditional): 阻止 - 排除Hindi: रोकना - असंभव बनानाArabic: يمنع - يحول دونBengali: অব্যাহত রাখা - অসম্ভব করে তোলাRussian: препятствовать - исключатьJapanese: 妨げる - 排除するVietnamese: ngăn ngừa - làm cho không thểKorean: 막다 - 불가능하게 하다Turkish: önlemek - imkânsız kılmakUrdu: روک دینا - ناممکن بنا دیناIndonesian: menghalangi - membuat tidak mungkin
Example Sentences
Rain may preclude the picnic this afternoon.
basic
His injury will preclude him from playing soccer.
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Your actions cannot preclude responsibility.
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The contract terms preclude any refunds after 30 days.
natural
Being busy doesn’t preclude staying in touch with friends.
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Poor planning can preclude the success of a project.
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