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PRECEDENTS

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Precedents.

Precedents - as a noun

An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case in point

(civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case law

A system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws

Example: "Common law originated in the unwritten laws of england and was later applied in the united states"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case law

A subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time)

Precedents - as an adjective satellite

Preceding in time, order, or significance

Precedents - as a verb

To provide precedents for.

To be a precedent for.

Example Sentences

"There are no legal precedents for this type of case."
"The court relied on previous precedents to make their decision."
"The politician's actions went against the precedents set by previous leaders."
"The judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff based on similar precedents."
"The company followed industry precedents when designing their new product."
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Word Game Points

Is PRECEDENTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, precedents is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRECEDENTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PRECEDENTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, precedents is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRECEDENTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PRECEDENTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, precedents is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRECEDENTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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