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preceding
This term is primarily used in formal, technical, or academic writing to establish a clear sequence or logical progression. It carries a neutral, precise tone and is frequently employed in legal documents, textbooks, and reports to refer back to a specific point of reference without ambiguity.
When used as a noun, it functions as a substantive adjective, referring to the entity that came before. In this role, it is typically used in singular contexts to denote the immediate predecessor in a series, though it can be pluralized when referring to multiple prior items in a sequence.
Meanings
Examples
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The preceding years were marked by extreme economic instability.
The preceding years were marked by extreme economic instability.
I missed the preceding lecture so I have to catch up on the notes.
The current version is much more stable than the preceding.
We must consider the preceding evidence before making a decision.
The preceding scene set the stage for the dramatic climax.
Everything mentioned in the preceding section remains valid.