prior knowledge
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Developers of eCPs should be able to draw on the extensive prior knowledge already generated by the original large-molecule biologic during its own approval process, rather than starting from scratch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
To make matters worse, the doctors whose patients contributed the most were featured, again without their prior knowledge, on a wall labeled “Best Doctors as Selected by Patients.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
Some market analysts say the unusual activity opens up the possibility that the bets may have been placed with prior knowledge of the decision.
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026
"In some cases, incidents appear opportunistic, smash-and-grab, while others look more targeted -- suggesting prior knowledge of store layouts, closing routines, or where higher-value inventory is kept," Jarman said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Sir Lawrence flatly denied prior knowledge of Francis’ efforts and was thoroughly insulted by the implication that he had underhandedly used another scientist’s ideas.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
