Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • In a preclusive manner; preventively.

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  • adverb In a preclusive manner; preventively.

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  • In the Prospect Medical deal, the ability to lift the matching rights during the go-shop period, together with the compensation reimbursement provision, may be an appropriate compromise to both provide an incentive for a first bidder and ensure that the matching rights do not act preclusively.

    NYT > Home Page 2010

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