directly precede
Frequency: 7.211.5 per million words
To happen immediately before something or someone in time or order.
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- The warning signs often directly precede a major event.
- Her groundbreaking research directly preceded the discovery of the new vaccine.
- A period of intense study should directly precede the final exams.
- The calm before the storm often directly precedes turbulent weather.
- In the ceremony, the national anthem will directly precede the president's speech.
- The dramatic fall in stock prices directly preceded the economic recession.
- His confession directly preceded his release from custody.
- Make sure your introduction directly precedes the main body of the report.
- The sudden silence directly preceded the thunderous applause.
- The warm-up exercises must directly precede the main workout to prevent injury.