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Prepositions of Sequence and Condition

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after
1.
af
ter
Preposition

at a later time than something

After dinner, we'll watch a movie.

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before
2.
be
fore
Adverb

at an earlier point in time

I had visited that city before.

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follow
3.
fo
llow
Verb

to move or travel behind someone or something

The team followed their leader up the mountain.

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prior to
4.
prior to
Preposition

used to indicate that something happens or is done before a particular event or point in time

Please submit your report prior to the deadline.

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5.
subsequent to
Preposition

following in time or order

Subsequent to the merger, the company rebranded entirely.

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in the wake of
6.
in the wake of
Preposition

used to convey that something is happening or exists after and often due to another event or action

In the wake of the hurricane, the community rallied together to support those affected.

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fail
7.
fail
Verb

to be unsuccessful in accomplishing something

Despite their best efforts, the plan failed.

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in case of
8.
in case of
Preposition

if a specific situation or event occurs

We have a backup generator in case of power outage.

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9.
in the event of
Preposition

if a particular situation occurs

In the event of a fire, please use the nearest exit and evacuate the building.

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