precede
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/prɪˈsiːd/
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/prɪˈsiːd/
to come before something else in time or order
The introduction will precede the main presentation.
引言將先於主要演示進行。
to go in front of someone
The security guard will precede the VIP into the building.
保安人員將走在VIP前面進入大樓。
to introduce something with words or actions
The speaker will precede the announcement with some background information.
演講者將先用一些背景資訊來引出公告。