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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"A planned attack preceded by reconnaissance, and which was ordered by a third party acting on behalf of the Iranian state," he said.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
The cease-fire is entering its second month and, despite sporadic violence, has now lasted almost as long as the fighting which preceded it.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
In other words, the painting’s story isn’t so different from the one that preceded the union of Mr. and Mrs. Bezos.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
As the lowest-priced Dow component, Nike faces potential removal, an event that has historically preceded stock uptrends.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
He was a junior, a disciplinary transfer from Wilson’s crosstown rival, and his reputation preceded him.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
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