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Precede vs. Proceed vs. Proceeds
precede
Definition
be earlier in time; go back further
Examples
Stone tools precede bronze tools
proceed
Definition
continue
Examples
We proceeded towards Washington
proceeds
Definition
The total amount of money brought in
Examples
The proceeds from the concert will go to charity.
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