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The phrase "a deterrent against" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing measures or actions intended to discourage certain behaviors or actions.
Example: "The new security measures serve as a deterrent against potential theft in the store."
Alternatives: "a prevention to" or "a hindrance to".
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It may act as a deterrent against others.
The North, he said, considers these programs a deterrent against attack.
The North says its missiles are a deterrent against American hostilities.
Trident long-range inter-continental missiles with nuclear warheads are hardly a deterrent against them.
Nations can also increase prosecution as a deterrent against future looting.
But it's unlikely that the outfit will be much of a deterrent against shoplifters.
The judicial officer noted the need for a deterrent against further such offences.
But in each case a greater level of scrutiny would act as a deterrent against incompetence or abuse.
Ms. Lieberman said the constant documentation of political demonstrations had served as a deterrent against aggressive action by the police.
Again, the very openness of the Internet serves as a deterrent against the use of cyber weapons.
They've seen leaders deposed or killed because they didn't have a deterrent against the powerful United States".
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com