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to preempt
01
to render a plan or action ineffective or unnecessary by doing something before it happens
Examples
The manager preempted the competitors by launching the product early.
The government ’s quick response preempted the crisis from escalating.
02
to make a high-level opening bid in bridge to disrupt opponents' bidding strategies, typically with a weak hand but a long suit
Examples
She decided to preempt with a three-diamond bid to block the opponents.
He preempted at the 2-level with six spades and minimal points.
03
to claim or purchase land or property before others, often through legal or governmental privilege
Examples
Settlers could preempt public land under the 1841 Act.
He preempted the plot before it was officially surveyed.
Preempt
01
a high-level opening bid made with a weak hand and a long suit, intended to disrupt the opponents' bidding space
Examples
Her preempt at 3 ♦ made it difficult for the opponents to find their spade fit.
That aggressive preempt forced the other side to guess at the 4-level.
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