In response to a question, he said such legislation could help deter foreign companies from spreading chemical and biological weapons.

Security officials said that the knowledge that such a system was in place would help deter terrorism.

The presence of musicians may also help deter crime.

And the reinforcements would help deter anyone with hostile intent.

Sending a public message might help deter the attack and it puts citizens on notice.

There will be no repercussions to help deter the players from making a dangerous decision and putting other lives at risk.

Other research is helping to detect and deter possible weapons proliferation or actual attacks.

In return, these activists would work with police to help deter kids from future participation in street life.

Transit officials said the new strategy should help deter fraudulent claims.

Moreover, the existence of these clauses may, in some cases, even help deter potential human rights violations.