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Precedence vs. Precedents
precedence
Definition
status established in order of importance or urgency
Examples
...its precedence as the world's leading manufacturer of pharmaceuticals
precedents
Definition
An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
Examples
the precedents allowed them to press charges
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