Both Uses of
prevent
in
The Great Gatsby
- He had seen me several times, and had intended to call on me long before, but a peculiar combination of circumstances had prevented it — signed Jay Gatsby, in a majestic hand.†
p. 41.9 *prevented = stopped (something from happening)
- She was effectually prevented, but she wasn't on speaking terms with her family for several weeks.†
p. 75.6
Definition:
to stop (something from happening)