/tə ˈfɒloʊ ðə ˈpresɪdənt/ – Phrase
Definition: làm theo tiền lệ, tuân theo tiền lệ.
A more thorough explanation: To “follow the precedent” in legal terms means to adhere to or apply the legal principles established in previous court decisions (precedents) when deciding a current case with similar facts or issues. This concept is a fundamental aspect of the common law system, where courts are bound to follow the decisions of higher courts within the same jurisdiction.
Example: The judge cited a similar case from last year as a precedent for the current case before the court.