Preempting [verb]

Definition of Preempting:

take over in place of another

Synonyms of Preempting:

● Confiscate

● Acquire

● Expropriate

● Seize

● Assume

● Arrogate

● Anticipate

● Commandeer

● Appropriate

● Obtain

● Bump

● Sequester

● Take

● Usurp

● Annex

● Accroach


Opposite/Antonyms of Preempting:

● Keep

● Lose

● Fail

● Offer

● Give

● Reject

● Refuse

● Doubt

● Surrender

● Relinquish

● Forfeit


Sentence/Example of Preempting:

I felt like going into the Northwest and preempting a homestead.

She stepped through her curtain and said gaily: "You're preempting my privilege, Philip."

He called up both women, alleging a visit to strike headquarters to one, and preempting the other for the afternoon.