The particles of the porcelain are so fine that they prevent the paint from sinking into the surface.

These had apparently helped prevent the aircraft from sinking in 25 to 40 feet of water.

Is there any chance that what has been agreed overnight will prevent Europe from sinking into recession?

Alitalia must prevent its capital from sinking below the threshold set by European rules.

It was with difficulty I prevented myself from sinking to the bottom of the carriage.

He turned pale, and with difficulty prevented himself from sinking upon the ground.

Public indignation must prevent this report from sinking into oblivion.

He battled to prevent himself from sinking back into the deep lethargy he'd known earlier.

That prevented the plane from sinking in 25 to 40 feet of water.

This prevents the dromedary from sinking much into the sand.