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The past tense form of 'proceed' is proceeded. Example: He proceeded with caution after considering all the options. (He proceeded with caution after considering all the options.)

Definition of “proceed”

to continue or carry on with an action or process
to move forward or ahead

Tense sentence structure and examples:

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed

Past Simple	proceeded
Past Continuous	proceeding
Past Perfect	proceeded

Past Simple

The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions or events that occurred at a specific point in the past.

Subject + Past Simple Verb + (Object)

Example

She proceeded with her plan despite the challenges.

Example

We proceeded with caution.

Past Continuous

The past continuous tense is used to indicate actions or events that were in progress or happening at a specific point in the past.

Subject + was/were + Present Participle + (Object)

Example

At that time, they were proceeding with the construction of the building.

Example

I wasn't proceeding with the project due to unforeseen circumstances.

Past Perfect

The past perfect tense is used to show that one past action or event occurred before another past action or event, emphasizing the order of events in the past.

Subject + had + Past Participle + (Object)

Example

By the time they arrived, he had proceeded to the next stage of the process.

Example

She had proceeded with caution before making a decision.

Is proceeded an irregular verb in the past?

No, "proceeded" is not an irregular past tense verb.

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