1. 先于：I will grasp the opportunity before my rivals. 改写：I will seize the opportunity ahead of my competitors. 2. 在…之上, 比…重要：Many tips will build upon what has come before. 改写：Many tips will expand upon or surpass what has preceded them. 3. 被交由…处理：He holds that his family comes before his job. 改写：He maintains that his family is prioritized over his career. 4. 被提交…考虑：The proposal came before the general assembly the next day. 改写：The proposal was submitted for consideration to the general assembly the following day.