FOREWENT Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

forewent

verb

past tense of forego

as in preceded

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 forewent The Princess of Wales forewent her recent spin on earthy tones and shades of green for a monochrome gray moment in pieces by Jigsaw, Reiss and more during her visit to the West Sussex Minibus organization on Wednesday in Pulborough, England. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026 Known for disliking public attention, Souter even forewent a Washington funeral. — Ella Lee, The Hill, 22 Apr. 2026 Seventeen in 1941, Betty forewent college to serve in wartime as a Red Cross nurse’s aide. — John McPhee, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026

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preceded

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Roan was preceded by sets from Polachek, Muna, Alisa Mae, Fantasia Royale Gaga and Sweat Eddie.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026
If those winds are preceded by sufficient rains, the risk of large fires is dampened.

— Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

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