as in rehearsals
a private performance or session in preparation for a public appearance
There was a private preview for the parents before opening night.
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as in shows
to view or show in advance of public performance or presentation
The film festival is a great opportunity for several up-and-coming directors to preview their work before a discerning audience.
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Recent Examples of previews
Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
There are previews for the top Week 2 games, plus a complete schedule.
—Staff Report, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani had missed Milan Fashion Week in June 2025 for the first time during the previews of Spring-Summer 2026 menswear to recover from an undisclosed condition.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Supposedly something new is in the works, but with no date, no information and no previews.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Anne Kaufman will direct Marjorie Prime, which begins previews November 20 and opens December 8.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2025
Over the last two months, my position previews ranked a total of 414 draft-eligible players ahead of the 2025 season.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The 2024 revival of Gypsy ran for 28 previews and 261 regular performances at the Majestic Theatre.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
The escalating actions also follow a massive raid last week at a Hyundai plant in Georgia that, while not in a sanctuary city, previews forthcoming worksite operations, border czar Tom Homan told CNN’s Jake Tapper on Sunday.
—Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Code Avengers previews upcoming courses in beta form, like PHP quizzes in the responsive blog design course, so be on the lookout for future changes.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
The concept also previews innovative ideas for desert racing, including repelling sand from its sleek four-door body and peering through dust storms.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
The concept also previews innovative ideas for desert racing, including repelling sand from its sleek four-door body and peering through dust storms.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Meghan Markle previews a new release from her As Ever lifestyle brand ahead of her 44th birthday.
—Erin Hill, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Noun
Borderlands 4 is set to be the series' most bombastic and full-featured game yet, and early previews for the game have been very positive so far.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
There are previews for the top Week 2 games, plus a complete schedule.
—Staff Report, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani had missed Milan Fashion Week in June 2025 for the first time during the previews of Spring-Summer 2026 menswear to recover from an undisclosed condition.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Supposedly something new is in the works, but with no date, no information and no previews.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Anne Kaufman will direct Marjorie Prime, which begins previews November 20 and opens December 8.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2025
Over the last two months, my position previews ranked a total of 414 draft-eligible players ahead of the 2025 season.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The 2024 revival of Gypsy ran for 28 previews and 261 regular performances at the Majestic Theatre.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Verb
Once the looks are done, the dress rehearsal is where the hair team previews the looks in motion before making adjustments.
—Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
The escalating actions also follow a massive raid last week at a Hyundai plant in Georgia that, while not in a sanctuary city, previews forthcoming worksite operations, border czar Tom Homan told CNN’s Jake Tapper on Sunday.
—Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
However, Code Avengers previews upcoming courses in beta form, like PHP quizzes in the responsive blog design course, so be on the lookout for future changes.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
The concept also previews innovative ideas for desert racing, including repelling sand from its sleek four-door body and peering through dust storms.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
The concept also previews innovative ideas for desert racing, including repelling sand from its sleek four-door body and peering through dust storms.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Meghan Markle previews a new release from her As Ever lifestyle brand ahead of her 44th birthday.
—Erin Hill, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for previews
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Feldman, who has been taking part in daily rehearsals with Johnson, explained that his previous experience with dancing significantly differed from learning to master ballroom dance under his partner's guidance.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Practices are held for two hours every Monday, and quartets have additional rehearsals on their own time.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Other Side of the Contest Award shows focus on who wins, but every contest has another side.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The trend shows that attackers can leverage emerging AI during the hacking process, including attack scenario planning, malware development, building their tools and to impersonate job recruiters, said Mun Chong-hyun, director at Genians.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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An opportunity for career advancement presents itself as the sun and Mercury align.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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That presents mismatches for Patriots defensive tackles Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, who should control the line of scrimmage.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Trump announces arrest of suspect Tyler Robinson As of Thursday night, the assassination suspect remained at large.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Sep. 2025
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Apple announces new iPhones and more.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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These processes follow the solar cycle, an 11-year cycle of increasing and decreasing activity on the sun when the sun's magnetic field exhibits a full magnetic reversal.—
Ryan French,
Space.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In contrast, Canada exhibits a much more balanced diplomatic exchange.—
Collin J. Meisel,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The theater, which opened in October 2007, offers 12,000 square feet of VIP and hospitality areas and 10 dressing rooms, according to the venue's website.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Designed by renowned golf architect Brad Bell, the 18-hole course offers something for both the scratch golfer and the weekend warrior.—
David Weiss,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Previews.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/previews. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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