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.
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Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
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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Additionally, custom videos embedded on landing pages can offer tutorials, staff introductions, facility tours and more.—
Anthony Savino,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Authorities warned that unauthorized introductions of non-native fish can have serious and irreversible ecological consequences, potentially affecting native fish populations, food webs, wildlife and existing fisheries.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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“Forewords.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forewords. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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