How to use "preemptive" in sentences with meaning in English and Hindi

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Example sentences for "preemptive" in popular movie and book plots

  • After the Soviets are alerted to the imminent German offensive in Kursk, they launch a preemptive artillery strike, delaying the enemy.  - Liberation (film series)
  • While greeting them, the Straw Hats launch a preemptive strike against Shiki and his henchmen.  - One Piece Film: Strong World
  • He takes the preemptive shot, killing the other assassin.  - Wild Target
  • Imriel stuns everyone by staging a preemptive raid on him before Leodan can attack Imriel.  - Kushiel's Justice
  • Thus, the Godwins launch a preemptive attack at the engagement ceremony in Sol-Falena, Falena's capital.  - Suikoden V
  • The British, fearing such enhancement of French power, threaten their own preemptive invasion.  - Sharpe's Prey
  • The CHA successfully lands, while the SEALs are called to hold off a NAPF preemptive strike against leading CHA forces.  - SOCOM 3 U.S. Navy SEALs
  • However, Brian is unsure of the morality of carrying out preemptive assassinations, even against terrorists.  - The Teeth of the Tiger
  • Lyman counters with the suggestion that a military coup could result in a preemptive strike by Moscow.  - Seven Days in May
  • Rumors from other radio operators range from a Soviet preemptive strike to terrorism.  - Testament (1983 film)

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