Sentence examples for deter violence from inspiring English sources

When relatively mobile groups (e.g. immigrants) are vulnerable, a credible threat to leave can deter violence.

Despite these very real problems, the presence and persistence of the observers can deter violence and encourage non-violent protest.

But yesterday, Gov. George E. Pataki signed into law a bill meant to deter violence against a private occupation: livery-cab drivers.

The images are complex because African masks can be used to deter violence and sustain social equilibrium or in pursuit of justice and in war.

For example, those who provide humanitarian aid or teach peace negotiation skills intended to deter violence can be charged with material support.

But over the past 28 days, about 90 percent occurred on the street, leading the police to believe that high-visibility patrols could deter violence and catch criminals shortly after they act.

In addition to complementarity, two further conditions are important for deterring violence over time.

The presence of cameras, now on both Palestinian and Israeli sides, has deterred violence and abuse.

Prison is how society deters violence: the prospect of going to horrible prisons like this.

The New Mexico Sheriffs' and Police Association opposed repeal, saying capital punishment deterred violence against police officers, jailers and prison guards.

Despite the higher support for stricter gun laws, many Americans do not think the changes would be very effective at deterring violence.