preempt
definition: a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
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speech part: noun
synonyms:
preemptive bid
definition: make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge
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speech part: verb
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definition: acquire for oneself before others can do so
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speech part: verb
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definition: gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)
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speech part: verb
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definition: take the place of or have precedence over
example: live broadcast of the presidential debate preempts the regular news hour
speech part: verb
synonyms:
displace