Synonyms of PREEMPTS

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Synonyms of PREEMPTS

noun - a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding

verb - acquire for oneself before others can do so

verb - take the place of or have precedence over

verb - gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)

verb - make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge