2 uses
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Definition
to prevent something by taking action
- He disliked dogs, but this animal moved in a way that forestalled these feelings.Part 1 (94% in)
- This has been forestalled and obscured until now, but nevertheless must be known.Part 1 (95% in)
There are no more uses of "forestall" in Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.
Typical Usage
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