Answer:

preempts

Answer	Crossword Clue
PREEMPTS	Bumps
PREEMPTS	Makes a defensive bid, in bridge
PREEMPTS	Takes over the time spot

PREEMPTS	Denies air to?
PREEMPTS	Confiscates.
PREEMPTS	Seizes before someone else can.
PREEMPTS	Arrogates.
PREEMPTS	Makes a shutout bid
PREEMPTS	Appropriates
PREEMPTS	Takes precedence over
PREEMPTS	Interrupts, as a TV broadcast