Prevent
Prevent verb - To keep from happening by taking action in advance.
Sided
Both words in one sentence
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It's noted that the fight would've been more one sided had Twilight not had to continue with the others to prevent Masquerade from escaping.
Source: Fanfic / Marionettes -
One can assume they either sided with Jimmy as the new Chairman or killed on his orders to prevent any rivals from seizing power or ousting him to the Uncles that he orchestrated the hit on Lok.
Source: Film / Triad Election - Of course, after an epic but one-sided battle, something comes in at the last second to prevent Aku from succeeding, thereby allowing Jack to reclaim his sword, forcing Aku to retreat.
Source: Villain Ball
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