before this

ADVERB

formerly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

already earlier heretofore once

STRONG

erstwhile

WEAK

a while back aforetime anciently at one time away back back back when before before now down memory lane eons ago erewhile in former times in the olden days in the past lately long ago of old of yore olden days once upon a time radically some time ago time was used to be water under the bridge

Antonyms

WEAK

currently future presently subsequently

ADVERB

heretofore

Synonyms

STRONGEST

formerly previously

WEAK

before since so far until now up to this time

Antonyms

STRONGEST

currently future presently

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While I’ve taken traditional glassblowing classes before, this experience felt entirely different.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

“So operationally, TSA’s posture softened well before this federal rescheduling rule,” Manzuri said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

In dismissing the human smuggling charges, Crenshaw said "the evidence before this court sadly reflects an abuse of prosecuting power."

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Iran was already experiencing economic turmoil before this year’s internet blackout and war.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

‘That does not matter. I have ridden in many a wagon before this.’

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

before this

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