Definition of Foil

to stop something bad from occurring

Examples of Foil in a sentence

Fortunately, the police were able to foil the kidnapper’s plan.  🔊

Ben was able to foil his attacker’s assault by placing a trashcan lid over his chest.  🔊

Working together, the countries hope to foil future terrorist attacks.  🔊

The neighborhood watch program has helped the police department foil many crimes.  🔊

Despite his age, the elderly security guard was able to foil the robbery attempt.  🔊

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