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at an earlier time
- Guests must submit dietary requests beforehand.
- The speaker emailed her notes beforehand.
- Parking permits expire at noon; renew them beforehand.
- He always reads meeting agendas beforehand.
- The system requires login credentials beforehand.
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with anticipatory action
- She packed extra batteries beforehand, expecting a blackout.
- They trained staff beforehand to handle emergencies.
- He insured the shipment beforehand, fearing damage.
- We booked backup venues beforehand, anticipating crowds.
- They vaccinated the team beforehand, wary of outbreaks.
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