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set precedents

[/sɛt ˈprɛsɪdənts/]
verb phrase
estabelecer precedentes
1. To establish a standard, example, or rule that is followed in future similar situations, especially in legal or institutional contexts
The Supreme Court's decision will set precedents for future cases.
A decisão da Suprema Corte estabelecerá precedentes para casos futuros.
2. To create an action or decision that serves as an example or guide for subsequent actions
Her innovative approach set precedents in the industry.
Sua abordagem inovadora estabeleceu precedentes no setor.
Synonyms
establish a precedentcreate a standardset an examplepave the waybreak new ground
Antonyms
break precedentdeviate from customignore standards

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estabelecer precedentes
Standard usage in legal and formal contexts
Portugal
estabelecer precedentes
Used in legal and formal Portuguese; may also use 'criar jurisprudência'
General
abrir caminho
Alternative colloquial expression meaning 'to pave the way'

Related Idioms & Phrases

set a precedent
set the stage
pave the way for
break new ground
establish a pattern
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