previously

American  

[pree-vee-uhs-lee] / ˈpri vi əs li /

adverb

1. before now; earlier.

   The evidence now shows a strong likelihood that sea levels will rise more rapidly than previously thought.

   The author was previously managing editor of a multimedia lifestyle company that produced a magazine, website, and newsletters.

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Etymology

Origin of previously

previous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

But Tehran has previously rejected claims that it had been in contact with the US, calling it an attempt to manipulate markets.

From BBC

Soft commodities, including corn and wheat, are showing renewed strength as investors rotate into these previously lagging areas.

From Barron's

Employees who previously inputted orders are now focused on collecting receivables, Singh said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company previously disclosed its proposed partners in Securities & Exchange Commission filings.

From Los Angeles Times

Homendy said the staffing level was "common practice across the national airspace" for a midnight shift, noting however that her agency had previously raised concerns about fatigue.

From Barron's

Related Words

• already
• formerly
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• hitherto
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