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Former

/ˈfɔːrmər/adjective / noun
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As an adjective, 'former' refers to the first of two things previously mentioned, often used to draw comparisons or express preferences in everyday decisions. In its noun form, it describes someone who once held a particular role or position, adding a layer of nostalgia or historical context in modern narratives like career transitions or political discussions.

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Did you know that 'former' and its pair 'latter' have been specifically used in English since the 1300s to refer only to the first and second of exactly two items, a rule that has prevented confusion in legal documents and made English writing more precise than many other languages?

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