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Precedes

Verb / prɪˈsi:dz / Another word for precedes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to come before something in time, order, or rank

Synonyms & similar words

forgo follow comebefore introduce forego predate postdate succeed preface antecede premise antedate lead precede forerun foreshadow antecede herald introduce predate preexist antecedent harbinger preface pioneer usher guide head front lead

Example sentences

  1. The sunrise precedes the start of a new day.
  2. The letter 'A' precedes the letter 'B' in the alphabet.
  3. A cough often precedes a cold.
  4. The appetizers always precede the main course.
  5. The announcement of the winner will precede the award ceremony.

Quotes

  • The future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever he does, whoever he is. - C.S. Lewis
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it. - Peter Drucker
  • The only way to predict the future is to have power to shape the future. - Eric Hoffer

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