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preempt

/priˈɛmpt/
Main Example

The new law will preempt the old regulations.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To take the place of something or someone, often by acting first.

Other Example

The new software will preempt the need for manual updates.

Her quick response preempted any further questions.

The announcement preempted the scheduled meeting.

Synonyms

preempt a decision

preempt a crisis

preemptive action

Synonyms

supersede

replace

intervene

preempt

/priˈɛmpt/
Main Example

She decided to preempt the meeting by sending an email first.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To take action in order to prevent something from happening.

Other Example

He tried to preempt the argument by changing the subject.

The manager wanted to preempt any complaints by addressing the issue early.

They decided to preempt the storm by securing the outdoor furniture.

Synonyms

preempt a decision

preempt a crisis

preempt an issue

Synonyms

prevent

intervene

anticipate

preempt

/priˈɛmpt/
Main Example

The preempt was necessary to avoid further delays.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

An action taken to prevent something from happening.

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