What is the crossword answer for the clue: Prevent from happening

AVERT - a 5 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

AVOID - a 5 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

THWART - a 6 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

KIBOSH - a 6 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

FORESTALL - a 9 letter word may be the answer you are looking for!

Prevent from happening

5 Character Answers:

AVERT

AVOID

6 Character Answers:

KIBOSH

THWART

9 Character Answers:

FORESTALL