immediately prior
Example Sentences
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It is not clear what happened immediately prior to the shooting.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2024
These seizures lasted less than 60 seconds and occurred within 30 minutes immediately prior to each child's death, say the study authors.
From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2024
The researchers from Cedars-Sinai Hospital looked at blood samples submitted by 2,479 healthcare workers and patients during the period immediately prior to and during the initial omicron surge.
From Salon • Aug. 19, 2022
The NASUWT's Justin McCamphill said the letter was "inflammatory and a naked attempt to intimidate and create anxiety for teachers immediately prior to the start of the summer break".
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2022
I distinctly remembered afterwards all that I had been thinking about, both immediately prior to the attack and for some time after it.
From Telepathy and the Subliminal Self by Mason, R. Osgood
