Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of prior to
Police said a school staff member threw the computer out the window prior to the officer’s arrival.
—
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2025
Viju Mathew Shifting gears from his degree in physical geography, Viju Mathew has spent the last decade covering most categories of the luxury market prior to becoming Robb Report's automotive editor.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 2 May 2025
The Nationals called off batting practice prematurely Wednesday when a member of their coaching support staff collapsed on the field prior to their game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
These can be repaired prior to listing, so there are no surprises when a prospective buyer makes an offer.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for prior to
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2025
Viju Mathew Shifting gears from his degree in physical geography, Viju Mathew has spent the last decade covering most categories of the luxury market prior to becoming Robb Report's automotive editor.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 2 May 2025
The Nationals called off batting practice prematurely Wednesday when a member of their coaching support staff collapsed on the field prior to their game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
—Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
These can be repaired prior to listing, so there are no surprises when a prospective buyer makes an offer.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for prior to
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prior to
Preposition
-
After a preliminary investigation, authorities determined the father fatally stabbed his sons and wife before killing himself.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
-
The 12 jurors spent a little more than five hours deliberating over two days before delivering their unanimous verdict.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
12 May 2025
Preposition
-
With nine more seasons under his belt as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers previous to that, he's recorded a 102-103-2 overall record.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
-
In the 18 years previous to that, Nagy was an NFL scout.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
Preposition
-
Also expected to join his former team is forward Sam Alexis of Apopka, who transferred to Indiana.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 May 2025
-
To say anything about The Adventures of Pluto Nash in addition to what has already been said about The Adventures of Pluto Nash would be showing too much respect to The Adventures of Pluto Nash and, therefore, disrespectful to cinema. 17.—
Carrie Wittmer,
Vulture,
19 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Prior to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prior%20to. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share