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According to WordNet, the verb "preempt" has 4 sense(s).

202406011 take the place of or have precedence over; "live broadcast of the presidential debate preempts the regular news hour"; "discussion of the emergency situation will preempt the lecture by the professor".

202301321 make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge.

202302454 acquire for oneself before others can do so.

202302652 gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land).

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