precedent
/ˈpɹɛs.ɪ.dənt/ noun C1- An act in the past which may be used as an example to help decide the outcome of similar instances in the future.
- A decided case which is cited or used as an example to justify a judgment in a subsequent case.
- An established habit or custom.
- The previous version.
Plural precedents
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Furthermore, they establish a dangerous precedent where public image is prioritized over ethical transparency, eroding the foundational trust necessary for any enterprise to thrive.
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