precedent
nounAn earlier example that can guide a later decision or action.
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Clear all filtersAn earlier example that can guide a later decision or action.
More important than anything else in a particular situation.
Something that comes before another thing and signals or contributes to its development.
A person or thing that came before another in the same role or position.
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