preempted - Definition and Meaning

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(verb)

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take action in order to prevent (an anticipated event) happening; forestall

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the second session will focus on policies to pre-empt problems

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(verb)

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acquire or appropriate (something) in advance

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many tables were already pre-empted by family parties

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(verb)

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make a pre-emptive bid