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preempt

[pree-empt] / priˈɛmpt /


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ANZ Research’s Dhiraj Nim believes it will be difficult to preempt how the GDP series will change under the new framework, with significant changes to the base year and input data.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 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

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

From Salon • Sep. 24, 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

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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