immediately prior to
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It is not clear what happened immediately prior to the shooting.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2024
These seizures lasted less than 60 seconds and occurred within 30 minutes immediately prior to each child's death, say the study authors.
From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2024
There had been an outbreak of an "influenza-like illness" on a voyage taken immediately prior to the trip, the judge said in his ruling.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2023
The researchers from Cedars-Sinai Hospital looked at blood samples submitted by 2,479 healthcare workers and patients during the period immediately prior to and during the initial omicron surge.
From Salon • Aug. 19, 2022
The escape, upon grinding, of these volatile aromatic and flavoring constituents which lend individuality to coffees, makes it essential that the roasted beans be ground immediately prior to extraction.
From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)
