preemptive

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preemptive /priːˈɛmptɪv/ (also pre-emptive)

• 1. ADJ A preemptive attack or strike is intended to weaken or damage an enemy or opponent, for example, by destroying their weapons before they can do any harm. 先发制人的

  A preemptive strike against a sovereign nation raises moral and legal issues. 对一个主权国家进行先发制人的攻击会引起道德和法律上的争议。

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