1. taking action to prevent something from happening by acting first
Usage: present participle of preempt
2. taking someone’s place or position before they can claim it
Usage: present participle of preempt

Examples

• The company is preempting criticism by addressing the issue publicly.
• She’s preempting any arguments by presenting all the facts first.
• The government is preempting potential protests with new security measures.
• He’s preempting his opponent’s strategy by making the first move.
• The early announcement is preempting rumors about the merger.
• They’re preempting competition by launching their product first.