preempt
Example Sentences
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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
The U.S. company said it would strengthen a tie-up with the country’s cybersecurity office and help the government and businesses detect cyberattacks early or preempt them.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026
Managing the expectations of new users and explaining the logistics of the adjustment period can help preempt the early rejections and persistent underuse of hearing aids.
From Slate ● Oct. 20, 2024
There is also a multi-state strategy underway to preempt community-led efforts to implement guaranteed income programs.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2024
When she attended a talk with him, he would make sure to say it could have been better, or that the first ten minutes were boring, as though to preempt her own criticisms.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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