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preemptive
[ˌpriː ˈemptɪv]
📖 Definition
adj. done to stop somebody taking action, especially action that will be harmful to yourself
🖼️ Picture This
A traffic light turning red, bringing everything to a halt
💬 Example Sentence
The company decided to preemptive production until the safety review was complete.
📝 Word Roots & Related
pre-before empttake "" exempt v. ex=out redemption n. peremptory adj. per=through