Definition of «to stop people»

The phrase "to stop people" means to prevent or hinder individuals from doing something. It can be used in a variety of contexts, such as to refer to measures taken by authorities to curb criminal activities or to indicate that certain actions are not allowed due to safety concerns.

Sentences with «to stop people»

That's a hard question to answer, although that doesn't stop people from trying to figure it out. (omgchronicles.vickilarson.com)
The study authors also found that the belief that some tobacco products were riskier than cigarettes did not stop people from using them. (sciencedaily.com)
And if the noise doesn't stop people in their tracks, the shape surely will. (evo.co.uk)
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