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Recent Examples of precede
She was preceded in death by her brother Don and sister Carolyn.
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Dan Albano, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
In many ways, the reputation of Michael, in theaters today, already precedes it.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Perhaps relieved from the heavy themes that preceded it, the crowd exploded into a euphoric celebration of singing and dancing.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Questions 27 & 28 is about what preceded and followed this episode.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
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Dan Albano, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
In many ways, the reputation of Michael, in theaters today, already precedes it.
—Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2026
Perhaps relieved from the heavy themes that preceded it, the crowd exploded into a euphoric celebration of singing and dancing.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Questions 27 & 28 is about what preceded and followed this episode.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for precede
predate
Verb
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Some of the structures that predate the revolution can be visited, and while some are deteriorating, others stand tall still.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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The club’s three most important hitters — Bryce Harper, Schwarber and Trea Turner — all share strong relationships with Long that predate their time with the Phillies.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Precede.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precede. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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