The problem becomes a political one, however, when religious differences are used as a means to prevent growth and development.

Plans which aim to prevent the development of social problems in the future.

"Too often, it is used by people to prevent development."

Physical therapy and exercise may prevent the development of the disease.

But the war came and prevented further development of this noble plan.

There is no known way to prevent the development of acne.

But the vaguely written law has never been effective in preventing development.

There is generally no way to prevent development of a drug allergy.

Disagreements on these or other matters should not prevent the development of relations between the two states.

Lack of available construction materials in the immediate area also prevented development.