precedent
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There is a comic-book precedent for this version of the character, called simply the Spider, though research tells me that, costume and superpowers aside, he is different in nearly every respect.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
The precedent has opened up the door to similar prosecutions.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
While Wall Street appears to be abruptly changing course, the current enthusiasm isn’t without precedent.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
Jones said "targeted redactions" had been made "in line with clear precedent set by previous administrations in responding to humble addresses".
From BBC • May 19, 2026
There was no precedent for this: my father had never visited my room before.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
Vocabulary lists containing precedent
Power Prefix: pre-
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