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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

preemptive

/priːˈemptɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does preemptive mean?

adjective

Done or done in advance of something else, especially to prevent a problem or to gain an advantage. Acting or done before something else happens.

Example

"The company took a preemptive strike against the rival firm by acquiring its main asset."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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