discourage
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And of course, a good sports read for between World Cup games: We’ve entered the third round of the group stage, where matches are played simultaneously to discourage shenanigans.
From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026
In an interview after leaving office, Greenspan admitted that he had been deliberately cryptic in his public statements in order to discourage market players from trading on his remarks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
High interest rates make credit more expensive and discourage consumption and investment, thereby curbing inflation.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
Many brokerages have policies in place to discourage IPO “flipping” — the act of selling IPO shares soon after they are listed.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
“There is some sense in what he says about the girls, however, and if he is disposed to make them any amends, I shall not be the person to discourage him.”
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
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