preceded
Americanverb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of preceded
First recorded in 1400–50; preced(e) ( def. ) + -ed 1 ( def. ) for simple past tense; preced(e) ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. ) for past participle
Example Sentences
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It preceded the Borkian revolution in antitrust law that shifted the focus from business size to consumer welfare.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
On the other, the U.S. and Iran also exchanged attacks during the ceasefire that preceded the memorandum of understanding.
From Slate ● Jul. 9, 2026
In May 2025, Macron hosted Sharaa on his first official visit to a European country, a move that preceded the Syrian leader's trip to Washington last year to meet US President Donald Trump.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
Little came to the Dodgers with a reputation that preceded him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
News of his arrival preceded him into the city, and the outskirts were already crowded with cheering citizens as they sped by in their small uncovered truck.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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