His resignation was preceded by weeks of speculation.

在他辞职之前，有关的猜测已持续了几个星期。

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The earthquake was preceded by a loud roar and lasted 20 seconds.

地震之前有一声巨响，持续了20秒钟。

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The movie is preceded by "Presto Chango, " a new Pixar short about a disagreement over a carrot between a magician and his rabbit.

片尾的皮克斯短片《魔术师和兔子》讲述了魔术师和他的兔子在胡萝卜上产生分歧的故事。

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The minister of arts and culture, Lulu Xingwana, noted the opening is to be preceded by a music concert Thursday of international and African stars.

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Louis XIV was preceded in number by Louis XIII.

路易十四之前的统治者是路易十三

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The visits by U.S.officials have been preceded by clashes over the last few weeks between Israeli police and Palestinians, as well as deepening divisions among Palestinian factions.

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It was preceded by IPL 1 and IPL 2, which were both held online.

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In a list of "troublesome terms, " "chaise lounge" is preceded by the word "NEVER" in red.

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Those forays were preceded by yearlong executive-training programs for local staff, said Mr. Mwangi.

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