Preempt (Noun)
Meaning
A high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Her preempt of four hearts was a bold move that shut out the competition.
- The preempt of five diamonds was so high that it was clear they were trying to close the bidding.
- He opened the auction with a preempt, betting heavily on the success of the diamond contract.
- Her partner made a preempt to seven, sealing their chances of making the grand slam.
- By placing a preempt early, the duo set themselves up to block any countermoves.