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Definition preempt in American English

preempt verb

[transitive] verb
/priˈempt/
1

to do or say something that stops someone else's plan or action

Example

He released a statement designed to preempt criticism.

Synonyms and related words
prevent stop avert
2

to be broadcast instead of another planned program

Synonyms and related words
broadcast report screen
Definition preempt in American English