Example sentences of "[modal v] prevent it from [verb] " in BNC.
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| 1 | The name seemed to slip out accidentally , and before Doreen could prevent it from floating into the room . |
| 2 | If it were kept isolated during the critical period nothing would prevent it from becoming an affectionless psychopath for the remainder of its life . |
| 3 | The bumps and marks on the this goldfish would prevent it from winning any show prizes — but even a humble fantail deserves the best conditions . |
| 4 | This will prevent it from getting caught up . |
| 5 | Could you possibly tell me what this was , what caused it and how I can prevent it from happening again ? |