forestall
verbTo prevent or delay something through earlier action.
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verbTo prevent something or rule out its possibility.
stagnation
nounA lack of movement, growth, or development.
stymie
verbTo block progress or leave someone unable to proceed.
temporize
verbTo delay a decision or action in order to gain time.
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