beforehand

Example Sentences

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Shortly beforehand, both sides doubled down on their divergent positions regarding the future of the Danish territory.

From Barron's

The budget was officially presented to parliament on Dec. 23, but rumors of the coming wave of austerity circulated beforehand, stirring concerns about further economic pain at a time when the rial was already falling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Each participant completed two conditions: one session after tendon vibration and another without any vibration beforehand.

From Science Daily

It is expected that the King will keep his distance during such a court case, which, unless it is settled beforehand, is due to start later in January.

From BBC

So while he sorted through emotions and memories after the game, he basked in the adulation beforehand.

From Los Angeles Times