preempted

Example Sentences

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Their resignations also preempted a push to expel the representatives.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

It's unclear whether The Bachelorette, which was already filmed, is simply being preempted for a period of time or if it will never see the light of day.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

While Thursday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” was preempted by a rerun of “Celebrity Family Feud,” continuing ABC’s indefinite suspension of the talk show, some of Kimmel’s late-night colleagues used their platform to sound off.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

The group argued that a state law only banning vending machine sales of cigarettes to minors preempted a local ordinance banning all vending machine cigarette sales.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 2024

Inside the church, they preempted a whole front pew by laying Laurie full-length on the seat.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith