Stop something from happening (7)

I believe the answer is:

prevent

(Other definitions for prevent that I've seen before include "Stop (an action)" , "Stop, avert" , "Obviate" , "Thwart" , "Stop from happening" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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