beforehand

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The outbreak was declared on May 15 in northeastern DR Congo, but the rare Bundibugyo species of the Ebola virus is believed to have spread for some time beforehand.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

His mother Hannah Williams said he had asked her beforehand if the Queen "had a dragon in her castle".

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

On the night the Rams drafted Simpson, McVay said he had spoken with Stafford beforehand.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Unlike earlier methods, scientists did not need to choose specific regions to study beforehand.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Her entrance had clearly been arranged beforehand by the Headmistress.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl