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Term: precede

Description:

The term "precede" is a verb with multiple meanings. It primarily refers to the action of coming before in time, order, or importance.

Senses and Usages:

1. First Sense: To come or go before something or someone.
• Example Sentence 1: The bride's father preceded her down the aisle.
• Example Sentence 2: The opening act will precede the main performer.
2. Second Sense: To be more important or significant than something.
• Example Sentence 1: Safety should always precede convenience.
• Example Sentence 2: Effective communication must precede successful collaboration.
3. Third Sense: To have existed or happened before another event.
• Example Sentence 1: The invention of the printing press preceded the spread of knowledge.
• Example Sentence 2: The ice age preceded the appearance of modern humans.

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