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Anonymous Posted 11 years ago
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Beforehand

In order for the chemical reaction to be described, key terms must be defined beforehand.

Is beforehand needed in this sentence?
  

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I see it as unnecessary.

  • I see it as unnecessary.
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I see it as unnecessary.
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AnonymousIn order for the chemical reaction to be described, key terms must be defined beforehand.Is beforehand needed in this sentence?
No, it's not needed, but if you feel something is needed there, I recommend 'first', and it can go in two places.

... must first be defined.
... must be defined first.

CJ

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