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preempt

[pree-empt] / priˈɛmpt /


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He stressed that Gottheimer has expressed opposition to some legislation that would preempt state AI laws.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

There are measures the company has adopted over the years to bolster its platform against myriad vulnerabilities: adopting cybersecurity programs to preempt automated bot accounts, and expanding protections for music festival mishaps.

From Slate Jun. 24, 2026

The U.S. company said it would strengthen a tie-up with the country’s cybersecurity office and help the government and businesses detect cyberattacks early or preempt them.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 3, 2026

There are only so many times a network affiliate like Sinclair can preempt a network show.

From Salon Sep. 24, 2025

When she attended a talk with him, he would make sure to say it could have been better, or that the first ten minutes were boring, as though to preempt her own criticisms.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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