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Still it managed to do okay with its premiere, but then its numbers started to slide and the network started pre-empting it.

Cancellation Watch – Final Tally of Which Shows the Networks will Renew and Which Shows Fans can Save 2009

They cut back the episode order before it even aired then pushed it to the Tuesday 10 PM EST deathslot, then started pre-empting it after it debuted.

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That ruled out the possibility of pre-empting a debt crisis—meaning a bond-market meltdown, in effect, was a precondition for a bailout—and increasing the chances of contagion spreading to other government bond markets.

Political Issues Built Flaws Into European Bailouts Stephen Fidler 2011

They cut back the episode order before it even aired then pushed it to the Tuesday 10 PM EST deathslot, then started pre-empting it after it debuted.

Why Were They Cancelled? (Part 2) 2009

Space is pre-empting the new episode on December 18th due to a Doctor Who special, which signifies that all is right with the universe.

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Then, on Prop 16, a multi-million-dollar campaign from one utility didn't quite sell voters on pre-empting future competition from public-sponsored power providers.

Hans Johnson: Wave of Voter Anger Leaves Damage, Opportunities Hans Johnson 2010

Then, on Prop 16, a multi-million-dollar campaign from one utility didn't quite sell voters on pre-empting future competition from public-sponsored power providers.

Hans Johnson: Wave of Voter Anger Leaves Damage, Opportunities Hans Johnson 2010

Such efforts are an attempt at pre-empting any dissent that may develop in the northern regions of the UAE, such as Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah, which are home to about 40% of the country's population, Alexander said.

Protests unlikely in 'oasis' of United Arab Emirates 2011

Then, on Prop 16, a multi-million-dollar campaign from one utility didn't quite sell voters on pre-empting future competition from public-sponsored power providers.

Hans Johnson: Wave of Voter Anger Leaves Damage, Opportunities Hans Johnson 2010

"He intends to run for mayor," one person close to Emanuel told The Associated Press, requesting anonymity to avoid pre-empting the announcement.

Rahm Emanuel Leaving White House To Run For Mayor AP 2010