Meaning of the word preemptively in English
What does preemptively mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
preemptively
US /priːˈɛmptɪvli/
UK /priːˈɛmptɪvli/
Adverb
in a way that takes action to prevent something from happening
Example:
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The company decided to preemptively address the issue before it became a major problem.
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He preemptively apologized for his mistake, hoping to avoid an argument.