PRECONDITION Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

precondition

noun

Definition of precondition

as in requirement

something that must exist or happen before something else can exist or happen An education is an important precondition for getting a good job. They insist on a guarantee as a precondition to the deal.

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Recent Examples of precondition Further negotiations between Israel and Lebanon scheduled this week in Washington raised speculation that the two sides could reach a new ceasefire, which Iran has demanded as a precondition of any broader diplomatic settlement with the US. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 31 May 2026 But Iranian officials reiterated Tuesday that unfreezing the country’s overseas assets remains a precondition for continued negotiations. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026 Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to resume talks with Kim, but Pyongyang has so far ignored the overtures and urged Washington to drop demands for the North’s nuclear disarmament as a precondition for talks. — ABC News, 25 May 2026 Government reform is the precondition for progress on everything else. — Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for precondition

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With low maintenance requirements and fast turnaround, Gripen provides an advanced and cost-effective fighter capability that is easy to operate and maintain, according to the company.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
DAFs carry no legal payout requirement — the dollars are irrevocably committed to charity, but on no particular schedule.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of requirement

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Meanwhile, the task of mediation was taken up by Qatar and Pakistan, with Pakistan becoming an unlikely host due to a combination of geographic necessity, deft diplomacy, and shifting regional alliances, analysts say.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
It is associated with being able to afford life’s necessities and the kind of strong economic rights found in Norway and other Scandinavian countries.

— Jeffrey Anvari-Clark, The Conversation, 10 July 2026

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Researchers don’t know yet what exactly causes MS, a condition that is estimated to affect 1 million people in the country.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
Sessions generally run 60 to 90 minutes depending on the dog’s size, coat type and condition.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

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