as in before
earlier than
an old typewriter that was a relic of that ancient time ere the invention of personal computers
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Preposition
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Winker will be given anti-inflammatory medication for the next 4-7 days before being reevaluated.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025 -
Who on earth was shopping for Halloween before the Fourth of July?—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 July 2025
Preposition
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In addition to expert pitch training leading up to the event, winners will receive three months of personalized business development, mentorship, and strategic coaching from the New Voices Foundation.—
Essence,
Essence,
6 July 2025
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At just $25, this five-pack works out to just $5 per pair.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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“Ere.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ere. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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