"Preemptive action" refers to taking action in advance to prevent a potential problem or threat from happening. It involves acting proactively and anticipating future issues before they occur, instead of waiting for something bad to happen first.
Sentences with «preemptive action»
Gradually, this campaign has evolved into a message that there may be no choice but to take preemptive action against Tehran. (businessinsider.com)
War was then on the horizon, and Stalin felt he had no choice but to take preemptive action against what he saw as a potential fifth column - a group that would undermine the larger collective. (businessinsider.com)
But because Kim isn't expected to budge, the stalemate could result in the real risk of American preemptive action within six months, according to Jennings: «Just because it's a dangerous option doesn't mean it won't happen. (nbr.com)