preempt | BabelNet

ENpreemptNoun

A high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding

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ENpreemptVerb

Acquire for oneself before others can do so

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Take the place of or have precedence over

displace

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Gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)

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Make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge

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