precede
verb (used with object)
to go before, as in place, order, rank, importance, or time.
precedes
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present tense formof precede (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Mark Ruffalo, Florence Pugh, and Sadie Sink also join in the film, which precedes the release of "Avengers: Doomsday" in December.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
The effect is disorienting at first, as perception precedes interpretation and sensation outruns speech.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
Investors should care about this because active M&A volume frequently precedes major bear markets.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
Inquests into the state of British tennis are not uncommon - especially after the clay-court French Open, which precedes Wimbledon.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
"So," she said, "you are Victoria Forester. Your fame precedes you."
From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman
