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precedence

noun as in highest in rank; first in order

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Constitution dictates that federal law takes precedence over state law, leading some legal experts to question whether state officials can actually enforce the legislation.

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Constitution dictates that federal law takes precedence over state law, leading some legal experts to question whether California could enforce legislation aimed at federal immigration officials.

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Constitution dictates that federal law takes precedence over state law.

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Although he was interested, Sterling's desire to remain close to his family took precedence.

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