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PRE-EMPTIVE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence
Example:
a preemptive business offer
Synonyms:
pre-emptive; preemptive
Classified under:
Similar:
preventative; preventive (tending to prevent or hinder)
Derivation:
preempt (make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge)
preempt (acquire for oneself before others can do so)
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