Which is correct:
"the value preceded " or "preceded by "?

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the value preceded

This phrase is correct when introducing a specific value that comes before something else.

This phrase is used to specify a particular value that comes before another value or event.

Examples:

  • The value preceded the final calculation in the sequence.
  • The value preceded the error message in the log file.

Alternatives:

  • the value that came before
  • the value preceding
  • the value that preceded

preceded by

This phrase is commonly used to indicate that something comes before another thing.

'Preceded by' is used to show the action of something coming before another thing.

Examples:

  • The error message was preceded by a warning.
  • The main course was preceded by a salad.

Alternatives:

  • coming before
  • before
  • in advance of
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'The value preceded' is used when introducing a specific value that comes before something else, while 'preceded by' is used to indicate the action of something coming before another thing.

Last updated: March 19, 2024

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