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preempt

[pree-empt] / priˈɛmpt /


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He stressed that Gottheimer has expressed opposition to some legislation that would preempt state AI laws.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

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

“I know what I did was wrong, Mom,” I said in a bid to preempt whatever she had in mind.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam




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