We are doing emergency work simply to prevent further deterioration.

The paper had to be stabilized to prevent further deterioration.

A local group has been formed to prevent further deterioration of the ruins.

A coat of dark red paint has prevented further deterioration.

All are stored out of the water to prevent deterioration.

In so doing, it has committed itself to protect the area and prevent deterioration to its habitats.

They can also do simple things to prevent deterioration of the property while they are there.

Later it was fitted with a roof to prevent further deterioration.

The remaining ruins have been secured to prevent further deterioration.

But he said such a program would not be enough to prevent physical deterioration on longer journeys.