precede

In a dictionary, the entry for 'apple' must precede the entry for 'apply' alphabetically.

(Chinese) 在字典中，按字母顺序，“apple”条目必须排在“apply”条目之前。

A formal reception will precede the main dinner at the international conference.

(Chinese) 在国际会议正式晚宴之前将举行一场正式招待会。