head off at the pass
verb
Definitions
To hurry past (someone) in order to prevent them from passing a certain point.
Synonyms:cut off at the passTo forestall (something).
Synonyms:cut off at the pass
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To hurry past (someone) in order to prevent them from passing a certain point.
To forestall (something).