preexisting
Example Sentences
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Former attorneys in the division worry that other preexisting cases are languishing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
"Those who are starting at the lowest level appear to have the most opportunity for growth and may be coming in with more preexisting concerns," Cook said.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 13, 2026
I’m a 56-year-old male earning $198,000 a year with no preexisting conditions.
From MarketWatch ● May 30, 2026
“Rehnquist reinforced John’s preexisting philosophies,” said Paul Smith, now a prominent liberal Supreme Court litigator who clerked that same year for Justice Lewis Powell.
From Slate ● May 7, 2026
When we wanted a dog to help us care for sheep, we selected breeds that were intelligent, obedient and had some preexisting talent to herd, which is useful for animals who hunt in packs.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
