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to preempt
01
vorwegnehmen, verhindern
to render a plan or action ineffective or unnecessary by doing something before it happens
Example
The manager preempted the competitors by launching the product early.
The government ’s quick response preempted the crisis from escalating.
By making the announcement ahead of time, he preempted any potential leaks.
02
vorwegnehmen, unterbrechen
make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge
03
vorwegnehmen, vorzeitig erwerben
gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)
04
voreilen, vorwegnehmen
take the place of or have precedence over
Preempt
01
Präemption, Vorbeugungsgebot
a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
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