to take action in order to save a person from being criticized, punished, blamed, etc.
to no longer partake in a failing business, activity, etc. to prevent further damage or losses
a willingness to use any given opportunity or situation to one's advantage
Ex: This company tends to employ young women have eye to the main chance.
to immediately prevent something, particularly something problematic, before it has time to develop
Ex: The teacher noticed the disruptive behavior in the classroom and knew it was crucial nip it in the bud before it disrupted the entire class .
to stop the rot
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to prevent something from developing into something worse
Ex: To save their relationship , they decided to seek counseling stop the rot of constant arguments and misunderstandings .
to realize how a situation is about to develop in order to be able to properly prepare for any potential problems or changes that one might encounter

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