foregoes

present tense third-person singular of forego
as in precedes
to go or come before in time if the sparse crowds are any indication of the public's interest in the presidential candidate, then his reputation obviously foregoes him

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Recent Examples of foregoes Naturally, picture windows throughout the dwelling take full advantage of the property’s picturesque sea view; the eat-in kitchen foregoes upper cabinetry in favor of a row of tall windows along its curved wall (providing the dreamiest possible setting in which to wash the dishes). Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2025
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precedes
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  • Momentum often precedes conviction.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • In the realm of home appliances, Dyson’s sterling reputation precedes itself.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2025

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“Foregoes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foregoes. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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