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preempt

Length / number of characters: 7
Number of words: 1

  • take the place of or have precedence over
  • a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
  • acquire for oneself before others can do so
  • gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)
  • make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge
  • To settle upon (public land) with a right of preemption, as under the laws of the United States

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