beforehand

Example Sentences

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By communicating clearly about logistics beforehand, you can ensure that everyone has a nice time — and comes home as friends.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

The outbreak was declared on May 15 in northeastern DR Congo, but the rare Bundibugyo species of the Ebola virus is believed to have spread for some time beforehand.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

She added that at about 17-months-old, he started to walk with a limp which was unusual as he had walked well beforehand.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

On the night the Rams drafted Simpson, McVay said he had spoken with Stafford beforehand.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

It was like landing in a wild place; I’m glad I hadn’t seen the condition of the runways beforehand.

From "How I Live Now" by Meg Rosoff