pre-emptive strike

• Action militaire ou stratégique menée pour neutraliser une menace perçue comme imminente avant qu'elle ne se matérialise, souvent utilisée dans un contexte politique ou commercial pour désigner des mesures anticipées.

A military or strategic action taken to neutralize a perceived imminent threat before it can materialize, often used in political or business contexts to describe proactive measures.

1. Military actionC1formal

   An attack launched to prevent an anticipated enemy attack.

   frappe préventive

   • The general ordered a pre-emptive strike against the enemy base.
   • The country launched a pre-emptive strike to neutralize the threat.
   • A pre-emptive strike was considered necessary to protect national security.

2. Business strategyC1formal

   An action taken to prevent a competitor from gaining an advantage.

   Frappe préventive

   • The company made a pre-emptive strike by releasing the product early.
   • Their pre-emptive strike in the market secured them a leading position.
   • A pre-emptive strike against the rival's campaign was launched.

3. General proactive measureB2informal

   Any action taken to prevent a potential problem or threat.

   mesure préventive

   • He made a pre-emptive strike by apologizing before the complaint arrived.
   • The team's pre-emptive strike solved the issue before it escalated.
   • A pre-emptive strike against rumors was issued by the spokesperson.