JLPT N1 Advanced
抑止
Deterrence or checking a negative action, typically through pressure or the threat of consequences.
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抑止する suru verb
Noun, Suru verb
Deterrence / Prevention
Refers to the act of restraining or holding back an action, often by suppressing the will to perform it through pressure or threat.
Example
警察 は パトロール を 強化 して 、 犯罪 を 抑止 しよう と して いる 。
The police are trying to deter crime by strengthening patrols.
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