FOREWORDS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

forewords

noun

plural of foreword

as in prefaces

a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part the editor makes some good points in the foreword about the author's life, so be sure to read it

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Recent Examples of forewords Featuring forewords by Beccari and K-pop star Felix, the coffee table tome will be available from June in all Louis Vuitton stores priced at $185, with sales also benefiting UNICEF. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026

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This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.

— Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025

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Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone at a Wednesday launch event, marking one of its first major product introductions under new CEO John Ternus.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
Viktor Gyokeres had become less effective the longer his first start of the season went on, while Saka began to drift, but the second-half introductions of Kai Havertz and Tzolis helped build some connective tissue in the final third.

— Art de Roché, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

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