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precede

[pri-seed] / prɪˈsid /


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He added that, unlike in 2010, Democrats likely won’t be able to retrench themselves following big wins, because 2026 does not precede a redistricting year.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

That’s because the ominous earnings revisions and stock price trends that typically precede market weakness are not in place, Raich said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

An elaborate show featuring poetry, pyro and Frederic Michalak will precede the match.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

This preface, which harks back to “Richard II” and “Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2” in addition to the three parts of “Henry VI” that immediately precede “Richard III,” crowds an already crowded plot.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

"Good. I suggest, however, that you listen carefully to the rest of us. We'll all precede you so that you can get pointers for your remarks. You'll be last."

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison




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