From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishproceed from something phrasal verb formalCOME FROM/ORIGINATEto happen or exist as a result of something ideas that proceed from a disturbed state of mind → proceed→ See Verb table
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proceed from • It is now nothing more than a small rise in Pitt Street as it proceeds from Delancey to Grand.• They were to proceed from here on foot.• These proceed from imagination and affection, and abate somewhat of the angular distinctness of objects.• The sum needed to cover the gap would gradually decrease each year as proceeds from parental trust funds phase into the system.• If we proceed from prudential to moral imperatives, will the conditions of the choice be fundamentally changed?• The sanctuary was further enhanced by a mysterious and delightful flower-like odor which proceeded from the coffin.• If he proceeds from the Son, why do you not say he is the grandson of the Father?• As the cells proceed from the stem cell to the various mature blood cell types they divide many times. 