Latter
Latter adjective - Following all others of the same kind in order or time.
Previous
Previous adjective - Going before another in time or order.
Usage example: the previous math problem also included a reference to store discounts
Nearby Word: previously
Both words in one sentence
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The former was killed by Two-Face in previous continuity, and the latter had a single (though beloved) storyline back in the 1980's.
Source: Comic Book / Batman Eternal - CHIKARA annually has their Young Lions Cup Tournament, with the previous champion vacating the title, and their King of Trios Tournament.note The former is in tribute to the similar event held irregularly by New Japan, while the latter is inspired by Mexican UWA's trio events.
Source: Tournament Arc - To finally ensure it's played straight, Luke and Leia never ever mention the former's previous crush on the latter.
Source: Good People Have Good Sex
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Previous and Latter. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/latter/previous
Latter & Previous. N.p., 2016. Web. 16 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/latter/previous>.
Previous or Latter. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/latter/previous.
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