preemp
tive
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done before something else happens to prevent a problem or danger
- The army took a preemptive action to stop the enemy before they attacked.
- She bought insurance as a preemptive measure against future accidents.
- The school installed security cameras as a preemptive step to prevent vandalism.
- He took preemptive medicine to avoid getting sick during flu season.
- The city issued a preemptive evacuation order before the hurricane arrived.
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