prec
lude
Present Participle
precluding
Past Tense
precluded
Past Participle
precluded
1
to stop or prevent something from happening
transitive
- Strict security measures in place preclude unauthorized entry into the restricted zone.
- Previous failures in communication precluded successful collaboration between the teams.
- Adequate planning will preclude potential issues during the upcoming project.
- Adequate preparation would preclude misunderstandings during the important meeting.
- The proposed changes are designed to preclude future financial crises.
2
(of circumstances) to stop or prevent someone from being able to do something
transitive
- His prior commitment to another project will preclude him from attending the meeting.
- Her health condition precludes her from participating in strenuous physical activities.
- His lack of experience precluded him from applying for the job.
- Financial constraints preclude many students from attending prestigious universities.
- The bad weather precluded us from going on our planned hike.