100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "before"

Definition

The adverb before indicates a time that precedes a certain event or moment. It can refer to a specific time in the past, or it can be used to denote something that occurs earlier than another action or event.

Synonyms

• Earlier
• Previously
• Prior
• Ahead
• Formerly
• In advance
• Beforehand

Antonyms

• After
• Later
• Subsequently
• Following

Examples

1. I had breakfast before going to work.
2. She finished her homework before dinner.
3. The meeting started before I arrived.
4. We should leave before traffic gets heavy.
5. He had never seen the ocean before this trip.
6. She had read the book before watching the movie.
7. They decided to call before visiting.
8. I always brush my teeth before going to bed.
9. He was nervous before his presentation.
10. The sun rises before it sets.
11. I want to finish this project before the deadline.
12. She had a cup of coffee before her morning jog.
13. We need to pack our bags before the flight.
14. He remembered to lock the door before leaving.
15. She arrived before the guests were scheduled to come.
16. I had never thought of that before.
17. We met at the cafe before heading to the concert.
18. He always checks the weather before going out.
19. She knew the answer before anyone else.
20. I usually meditate before starting my day.
21. The dog barked before the stranger approached.
22. Please submit your report before Friday.
23. I sent the email before I went to bed.
24. They had a discussion before making the final decision.
25. She was quiet before she spoke up.
26. We should review our notes before the exam.
27. He felt relieved before the results were announced.
28. I always double-check my work before submitting it.
29. She took a deep breath before diving into the pool.
30. The party was scheduled before the holidays.
31. He finished his book before the library closed.
32. We met for coffee before the job interview.
33. I like to stretch before exercising.
34. They lived in Paris before moving to London.
35. She was excited before the big game.
36. I always review my plans before making a move.
37. We had a great time before the rain started.
38. He left the house before it started to snow.
39. She smiled before answering the question.
40. I checked the map before our trip.
41. The children were quiet before the movie started.
42. I will call you before I head home.
43. They had a toast before the wedding ceremony.
44. He always arrives before the rest of the team.
45. She had a dream before waking up.
46. I finished my chores before watching TV.
47. We discussed the plan before implementing it.
48. He practiced his speech before the event.
49. I felt tired before going to bed.
50. We gathered before the meeting started.
51. She often reflects on her day before sleeping.
52. I want to review the documents before signing.
53. They decided to eat out before the movie.
54. He made a list before going grocery shopping.
55. She felt nervous before her first date.
56. I always set my alarm before sleeping.
57. They had a picnic before the storm hit.
58. He smiled before taking the photo.
59. She ensured everything was ready before the guests arrived.
60. We checked the time before heading out.
61. I like to relax before a long journey.
62. The teacher explained the assignment before giving it out.
63. I wrote a note before leaving the house.
64. We had a meeting before the presentation.
65. He always warms up before exercising.
66. She decided to call her friend before the weekend.
67. They took a walk before dinner.
68. I read the instructions before starting the project.
69. We should discuss our options before deciding.
70. I turned in my application before the deadline.
71. She had a snack before going to bed.
72. He felt confident before the interview.
73. They practiced their lines before the performance.
74. I made my decision before consulting anyone.
75. We cleaned the house before the guests arrived.
76. I always take a shower before getting dressed.
77. She smiled before saying goodbye.
78. They played games before dinner was served.
79. He checked his watch before getting up.
80. We did some stretching before the workout.
81. I wrote down my thoughts before sharing them.
82. She planned the trip before making reservations.
83. He had a meeting before lunch.
84. I felt happy before the day ended.
85. They decided to celebrate before the results came in.
86. She took notes before the lecture began.
87. He always reviews his goals before the new year.
88. We had a family dinner before the holidays.
89. I checked my phone before going to sleep.
90. She rehearsed her speech before the audience arrived.
91. They shared stories before the event started.
92. I bought groceries before the storm hit.
93. He acknowledged her effort before criticizing.
94. We had a toast before the meal.
95. She had an idea before the meeting.
96. He felt proud before his parents arrived.
97. I always write a list before shopping.
98. They spoke before the announcement was made.
99. I need to relax before the next task.
100. She felt grateful before going to bed.