preempt

Example Sentences

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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

The White House has a draft executive order on hold that would preempt state laws on artificial intelligence through lawsuits and by withholding federal funds, Reuters reported Saturday.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2025

Managing the expectations of new users and explaining the logistics of the adjustment period can help preempt the early rejections and persistent underuse of hearing aids.

From Slate • Oct. 20, 2024

There is also a multi-state strategy underway to preempt community-led efforts to implement guaranteed income programs.

From Salon • Jul. 30, 2024

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