Prevent from happening Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Monday, September 23, 2019 · 22-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, September 23, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 23, 2019 · 22-Across · 6 letters
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hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of; "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge"; "foil your opponent"
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