An example or rule to be followed in the future.

A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.

To take action to prevent something.

interrupting while others are speaking.

to attempt to reconcile differences between two people or groups.

The time which something lasts or continues.

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Term	Definition
Precedent	An example or rule to be followed in the future.
Precept	A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.
Preempt	To take action to prevent something.
Interdict	To banish or forbid something.
Interject	interrupting while others are speaking.
Intercede	to attempt to reconcile differences between two people or groups.
Duration	The time which something lasts or continues.
Evident	Plain or Obvious
Ferocious	Savage or fierce
Obscure	Unknown
Puny	Small and Weak
Vicious	Deliberately cruel