preempt | (verb) acquire for oneself before others can do so | - |
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(verb) make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge | - |
(verb) gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land) | - |
(verb) take the place of or have precedence over | Synonyms: displace |
preen | (verb) dress or groom with elaborate care | Synonyms: dress, plume, primp |
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(verb) pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement | Synonyms: congratulate |
(verb) clean with one's bill | Synonyms: plume |
preexist | (verb) exist beforehand or prior to a certain point in time | - |
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