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inhibit

/ɪnhɪbət/

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1 · verb

to prevent or slow a process

抑制；阻碍

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A lack of sleep can inhibit your ability to concentrate.
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睡眠不足会妨碍你集中注意力。
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Pronunciation: /ɪnhɪbət/

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