In the emergency meeting, patient safety was given precedence over all other considerations.

The committee debated the various precedences that would determine who spoke first at the conference.

The tribunal's decision was heavily criticized because it relied on a precedented interpretation that many considered outdated.

Although archaic, a legal historian noted that the 19th-century ruling precedented numerous later interpretations.

The committee debated the relative precedencies of the proposed initiatives before finalizing the agenda.

By precedenting the dismissal of minor infractions, the manager unintentionally established a costly organizational norm.

The precedency given to safety considerations over cost-cutting ultimately saved lives.

She precedently checked the venue to ensure everything was ready.

The ancient preceders left markers on the trail so the explorers could follow.

The new section is precedable by a brief summary to provide context.