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preemptive

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective preemptive has 1 sense
  1. preemptive - designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence; "a preemptive business offer"
    Antonym:
    permissive (indirect, via preventive)

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Term: preemptive

Definition:

Adjective - describing an action or strategy taken to prevent or preclude an anticipated event or situation.

Noun - a preemptive action or strategy.

Sense 1:

Adjective - intended to deter or prevent an attack or other hostile action before it happens.

Example sentence 1: The military launched a preemptive strike to eliminate the threat before it reached their borders.

Example sentence 2: The government implemented a preemptive security measure to ensure the safety of its citizens.

Example sentence 3: They took preemptive measures to avoid any potential damage from the approaching hurricane.

Sense 2:

Adjective - taking action in advance to gain an advantage or control a situation.

Example sentence 1: The company made a preemptive move by lowering their prices to attract customers before their competitors.

Example sentence 2: She decided to take a preemptive step and apologize in advance to avoid any confrontation.

Example sentence 3: The team decided to employ a preemptive strategy to secure victory in the upcoming match.

Sense 3:

Noun - an action or strategy employed to gain an advantage or control a situation before others can do so.

Example sentence 1: The committee agreed that the preemptive was necessary to secure the project funding.

Example sentence 2: His decision to make a preemptive offer for the house ensured that he got it before anyone else.

Example sentence 3: The company's preemptive marketing campaign helped them establish a strong presence in the market.

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