forestalling

[US]/[fɔːrɪˈstɑːlɪŋ]/
[UK]/[fɔːrɪˈstɑːlɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of buying goods in advance to profit from a rise in price.; Prevention; anticipation.
v.To buy goods in advance to profit from a rise in price.; To anticipate and prevent.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

forestalling action

forestalling problems

forestalling market

forestalling risk

forestalling move

forestalling measures

forestalling effect

forestalling strategy

forestalling attempts

forestalling outcome

Example Sentences

the company is forestalling potential problems by conducting thorough risk assessments.

we need to forestall any misunderstandings with clear and concise communication.

the government implemented measures to forestall a recession in the housing market.

forestalling future costs requires proactive investment in preventative maintenance.

the security team worked to forestall a possible security breach at the conference.

forestalling delays, we started the project a week ahead of schedule.

the lawyer advised forestalling legal action by attempting mediation first.

forestalling a negative outcome, the team developed a contingency plan.

the manager tried to forestall employee turnover with improved benefits.

forestalling a crisis, the organization established a disaster recovery protocol.

we are forestalling potential conflicts by establishing clear roles and responsibilities.

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