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防止
fáng zhǐ
Meaning
- to prevent
Definition
预先设法制止（坏事发生）。
to prevent; to avoid; to stop something from happening.
Usage
通常用于表示采取措施以避免负面事件或情况发生。
Used to indicate taking measures to avoid negative events or situations.
Examples
- 1 为了防止疫情扩散，我们必须戴口罩。 (To prevent the spread of the epidemic, we must wear masks.)
- 2 他锁好门窗以防小偷进入。 (He locked the doors and windows to prevent thieves from entering.)
- 3 定期检查可以防止事故发生。 (Regular inspections can prevent accidents.)
- 4 多吃蔬菜水果有助于防止疾病。 (Eating more fruits and vegetables helps prevent diseases.)
- 5 这个软件可以防止电脑中毒。 (This software can prevent your computer from getting viruses.)
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