The term 'attempt to prevent' can be summarized by the word 'DETER, ' which is a five-letter word. Deterring something means to discourage or prevent it from happening. It is often used in the context of crime prevention, where police and other law enforcement agencies attempt to DETER criminal activity by increasing their presence in an area or by making examples of those who have committed crimes. Deterrence can also be used in other contexts, such as attempting to prevent a war or to stop people from engaging in dangerous activities.