might
to fear
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to deter
deter, deters, deterred, deterring, deterrence
警察 的 存在 能 威慑 罪犯。
The presence of the police can deter criminals.
强大 的 军队 能 威慑 敌人。
A strong army can deter enemies.
重罚 可以 威慑 那些 想 作弊 的 学生。
Harsh punishments can deter students who want to cheat.