Onward and Precedent

Onward

Onward adverb - Toward a point ahead in space or time.
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Precedent and onward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Precedent" instead an adverb "Onward".

Nearby Word: onwards

Precedent

Precedent adjective - Going before another in time or order.

Onward and precedent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Onward" instead an adverb "Precedent".

Both words in one sentence

  • The mission to Virmire sets the harsh precedent for the rest of the series: from that point onward, you know that the Big Bad is a lot more dangerous and time-spanning than you thought, Anyone Can Die and tread a lot more cautiously.
    Source: Gut Punch
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