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Set a precedent Meaning in English

expression

ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɹɛsɪdənt
SET uh PREH-suh-dent
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /pɹɪˈsiː.dənt
SET uh PRES-ee-dent

परिभाषा

To do something for the first time that becomes an example or rule for others to follow in the future, especially in law or official situations.

उपयोग और बारीकियां

Mainly formal or professional, especially in legal, business, or policy contexts. Common with verbs like 'this will set a precedent', 'not want to set a precedent.' Implies that future actions may follow the same pattern. Be careful: 'set a president' (person) is incorrect.

उदाहरण वाक्य

The court's decision will set a precedent for future cases.

basic

If we let him leave early, it could set a precedent.

basic

His actions set a precedent at the company.

basic

We can't make exceptions, or it will set a precedent for everyone else.

natural

By approving this project, they’ve just set a precedent for future funding.

natural

Letting her break the rule would set a precedent we might regret later.

natural