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prior

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹaɪ.(ə)ɹ/]

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prior: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use prior in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “time”

(adjective) referring to something that comes before or ahead of something else in time. It means something happened or existed earlier.

Example

She completed the prior assignment before starting the new one.

Example

The students did not review the prior lesson, so they struggled with the new material.

Example

Did you finish the prior task on time?

Context: “order”

(adverb) indicating that something is happening before another action or event. It describes the sequence of events.

Example

Please complete your work prior to leaving for the day.

Example

He arrived late and missed the meeting, therefore was not included in the decisions made prior.

Example

Have you submitted your report prior to the deadline?

Context: “law”

(noun) used in legal terms to refer to a written argument or submission presented to a court. It is an official document submitted as evidence or in support of a case.

Example

The defense attorney filed a prior motion requesting a change in venue.

Example

The judge refused to accept the prior evidence presented by the prosecution.

Example

Have you reviewed the prior documents before the hearing?

How to pronounce prior

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹaɪ.(ə)ɹ/]

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