preemptive

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/pɹiːˈɛmp.tɪv/ English

Definitions

adjective

Of or relating to preemption.
Made so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.
(of a high-level bid) Intended to interfere with an opponent's bidding.

Related words

Synonyms

preventative preventive preemption proactive pre-emptive pre-emption pretrial precautionary precaution preference preferential precautious preferred ongoing advance remand

Associated

multitasking overcall scheduling strike interrupt jodhpur kernel bidding strikes sima bids

Rhymes

redemptive emptive attempt of contempt of exempt of tempt of

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