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Meaning of word forestall from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

forestall verb

Meaning : Keep from happening or arising. Make impossible.

Example : My sense of tact forbids an honest answer.
Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project.

Synonyms : forbid, foreclose, preclude, prevent

Meaning : Act in advance of. Deal with ahead of time.

Synonyms : anticipate, counter, foresee

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