Preemption
noun
The act of preventing something from happening by acting first.
The government chose preemption to avoid a crisis by enacting new laws.
Usage tips
Neutral
legal preemption, federal preemption, state preemption
noun
An action taken to prevent another action from occurring, often by securing rights or properties.
The preemption of lands by the government for public use is a common practice.
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Formal
land preemption, military preemption, political preemption
noun
The act of preventing something from happening by acting first.
The government chose preemption to avoid a crisis by enacting new laws.
Usage tips
Neutral
legal preemption, federal preemption, state preemption
noun
An action taken to prevent another action from occurring, often by securing rights or properties.
The preemption of lands by the government for public use is a common practice.
Usage tips
Formal
land preemption, military preemption, political preemption
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Formal context
Use in legal discussions.
Legal preemption often involves federal laws overriding state laws.
Pro Tip 2/3Strategic response
Describes actions taken to outmaneuver opponents.
Military strategies may involve preemptive strikes to ensure safety before a threat arises.
Pro Tip 3/3Crisis management
Involves taking proactive measures to avoid disasters.
Companies often implement preemption in crisis management planning.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal context
Use in legal discussions.
Legal preemption often involves federal laws overriding state laws.
Pro Tip 2/3Strategic response
Describes actions taken to outmaneuver opponents.
Military strategies may involve preemptive strikes to ensure safety before a threat arises.
Pro Tip 3/3Crisis management
Involves taking proactive measures to avoid disasters.
Companies often implement preemption in crisis management planning.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal context
Use in legal discussions.
Legal preemption often involves federal laws overriding state laws.
Pro Tip 2/3Strategic response
Describes actions taken to outmaneuver opponents.
Military strategies may involve preemptive strikes to ensure safety before a threat arises.
Pro Tip 3/3Crisis management
Involves taking proactive measures to avoid disasters.
Companies often implement preemption in crisis management planning.
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