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PREEMPTS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PREEMPTS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "PREEMPTS" which means:
- noun
- • A high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding verb
- • Acquire for oneself before others can do so
- • Take the place of or have precedence over
- • Gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)
- • Make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge
An example sentence would be:
- • "The new law preempts all local regulations on fireworks."
- • "The federal statute preempts state laws on drug control."
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| The Guardian Cryptic18 Jan 2013 | Across 9 | |
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