preexisting
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"Those who are starting at the lowest level appear to have the most opportunity for growth and may be coming in with more preexisting concerns," Cook said.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 13, 2026
Some policies even include annual limits, exclusions for preexisting conditions or breed-specific issues, and premiums can increase as your dog gets older.
From MarketWatch ● May 19, 2026
Firefighters were seeking to contain the fire using preexisting features such as roads, ridges and trails rather than carving a fire line through the island’s sensitive ecosystems, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
“Rehnquist reinforced John’s preexisting philosophies,” said Paul Smith, now a prominent liberal Supreme Court litigator who clerked that same year for Justice Lewis Powell.
From Slate ● May 7, 2026
This is much overused by powers that wannabe. preexisting condition.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
