Take measures to prevent (9)

I believe the answer is:

forestall

(Other definitions for forestall that I've seen before include "Hinder by anticipation" , "Avert" , "Arrive first" , "Anticipate" , "Check" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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