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Term: preced

Description:

Preced is a verb that means to come before in time, order, or importance. It can also refer to the act of setting an example or serving as a precedent.

Examples:

• The arrival of the president precedes the start of the ceremony.
• The previous event must precede the next one.
• His successful career in politics would precede him as he entered the room.
• The judge set a ruling to precede all future similar cases.

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