prohibit
verb
pro·hib·it
prō-ˈhi-bət 
prə-
prohibited; prohibiting; prohibits
Examples of prohibit in a Sentence
The rules prohibit dating a coworker.
The prison's electric fence prohibits escape.
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Drone operation is regulated by the FAA, and state and federal agencies wildlife agencies usually prohibit drones in many natural areas, and usually forbid intentionally or inadvertently harassing wildlife with them.
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Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
As noted by employees in recent videos celebrating Kennedy’s potential role in the Trump administration, IRS rules prohibit nonprofits from directly or indirectly supporting political campaigns.
—Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The zone does not completely ban radio signals; only the strictest regulations prohibit transmissions and electrical equipment within two and 10 miles of the observatory.
—Michael Kan, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
The Voting Rights Act prohibits attempts to intimidate, threaten or coerce voters throughout all steps of the voting process, including registering and casting a ballot, according to the U.S. Justice Department.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
As noted by employees in recent videos celebrating Kennedy’s potential role in the Trump administration, IRS rules prohibit nonprofits from directly or indirectly supporting political campaigns.
—Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The zone does not completely ban radio signals; only the strictest regulations prohibit transmissions and electrical equipment within two and 10 miles of the observatory.
—Michael Kan, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
The Voting Rights Act prohibits attempts to intimidate, threaten or coerce voters throughout all steps of the voting process, including registering and casting a ballot, according to the U.S. Justice Department.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Prohibit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prohibit. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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prohibit
verb
pro·hib·it
prō-ˈhib-ət
1
: to forbid by authority
prohibit parking
2
: to make impossible
the high walls prohibit escape
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