1. to take action in order to prevent someone else from doing something
Usage: third person singular present tense of preempt
2. to replace a regularly scheduled program with a special broadcast
Usage: broadcasting context

Examples

• The company preempts its competitors by launching the product early.
• She preempts criticism by addressing potential concerns upfront.
• The news station preempts regular programming for breaking news.
• He preempts any arguments by presenting all the facts first.
• The government preempts the strike by negotiating with union leaders.
• The network preempts the sitcom to broadcast the presidential speech.