forestall forestall /fɔrˈstɔl/

verb

1. () Keep from happening or arising; make impossible  ( forbid , foreclose , preclude , forestall , prevent )
   keep from happening or arising; make impossible
    My sense of tact forbids an honest answer
   My sense of tact forbids an honest answer
    Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project
   Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project
   
2. Act in advance of; deal with ahead of time  ( forestall , counter , foresee , anticipate )
   act in advance of; deal with ahead of time
     Sarah eagerly anticipated her favorite band's concert, counting down the days until the event.
   Sarah eagerly anticipated her favorite band's concert, counting down the days until the event.