The state of her health prevented her from attending the ceremony.

Even his state of paralysis couldn't prevent him from doing it.

Since their writings were considered against the regime, the state prevented them from obtaining employment.

How can a state prevent citizens from breaking local laws by using Web sites elsewhere?

For example, environmental and human rights agreements require states to prevent abuses by private parties.

That very state of mind is preventing you from reaching out for help.

But the landfill's life will end within 10 to 20 years, and Congress now permits states to prevent the export of garbage.

I don't know how the secular state can prevent what is presented in the home environment.

A strong state has certainly not prevented Swedes from volunteering.

Another attempt to scrap her was made in 1956, but the state prevented this.