No. 9,363 in French
devancière
"Devancière" means "predecessor" in English.
In a sentence
Marie Curie est une devancière dans le domaine de la science.
Marie Curie is a forerunner in the field of science.
Here, 'devancière' is used to describe someone who has broken new ground or led the way in a particular field, emphasizing innovation and pioneering work.
Cette voiture est la devancière du modèle actuel.
This car is the predecessor of the current model.
In this sentence, 'devancière' refers to something that came before others in a sequence, specifically an earlier version of a product.
Dans cette compétition, elle est une véritable devancière en raison de ses performances exceptionnelles.
In this competition, she is truly a front-runner due to her exceptional performance.
Here, 'devancière' signifies being ahead or leading in a competitive context, showcasing excellence or advanced standing.
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