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before shipping vs before shipment

Both 'before shipping' and 'before shipment' are grammatically correct, but 'before shipping' refers to an action that needs to be completed before the process of shipping begins, and 'before shipment' refers to a point in time before the actual shipment takes place.

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Last updated: October 19, 2024 • 12985 views

before shipping

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to actions that need to be completed before the process of shipping begins.

This phrase is used to indicate that something needs to be done prior to the commencement of the shipping process.

Examples:

Please ensure all items are properly packed before shipping.
The quality control check must be completed before shipping the products.

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Oct 10, 2014 ... Bottom line -- once she charges my card how long does she have before shipping? -- Lori. Answer. Dear Lori, Other than not ordering from her ...
Some credit card issuers make an exception to the general industry rule against merchants charging before shipping if the merchant tells you about its practice ...
Keep any proof of your item's authenticity. Verify that payment has been made before shipping the item. Consider using an escrow service for high-priced items.
Can a company charge my debit card before shipping an item? September 27, 2011 16:52 by Consumer Ed ...

Alternatives:

prior to shipping
pre-shipping
before sending
before dispatching
before delivery

before shipment

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a point in time before the actual shipment takes place.

This phrase is used to indicate a time frame before the shipment occurs, often in the context of planning or preparation.

Examples:

We need to finalize the documentation before shipment.
The payment must be received before shipment can proceed.

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Method, Usual Time of Payment, Goods Available To Buyer, Risk to Seller, Risk to Buyer, Comments. CASH IN ADVANCE, Before shipment, After payment ...
Sep 2, 2013 ... Our new supplier wants 30% payment as deposit and 70% before shipment, while we prefer to pay 30% as deposit and balance upon seeing ...
May 5, 2015 ... Consolidating Small Orders in China before Shipment. A reader asked me an interesting question. I am reproducing a part of it, with all ...
In addition, many credit card issuers have policies against merchants charging a credit card account before shipment. If you think a merchant charged your ...

Alternatives:

prior to shipment
pre-shipment
before sending out
before dispatching
before delivery

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