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Precedent
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an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
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(civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions
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a topic or matter that has been previously discussed or addressed
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a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws
precedent
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earlier in time, order, arrangement, or significance, often serving as an example or rule to be followed in the future
Example
The team set a precedent for teamwork and collaboration.
They set a precedent with their environmental conservation efforts.
The lawyer consulted legal precedents to build a strong case for their client.
The team's approach to problem-solving follows the precedent established in our earlier projects.
She set a precedent by advocating for employee benefits in the workplace.
