preceding
adjective [ before noun ] uk/prɪˈsiː.dɪŋ/ us/priːˈsiː.dɪŋ/
在前的，在先的，前面的
existing or happening before someone or something
The paintings are a development of ideas she explored in the preceding decade. 这些画是她过去10年以来思想探索的成果。
In conclusion, I hope the preceding arguments have convinced you of the need for action. 总之，我希望前面的论证已使你相信采取行动是必要的。