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before it happens; previously
事故を未然に防いだ。
The accident was prevented before it happened.
犯罪を未然に防ぐ対策が必要だ。
Measures to prevent crime before it occurs are needed.
トラブルを未然に防ぐために点検を怠らない。
We don't neglect inspections to prevent trouble before it happens.