as in introductions
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
a noted critic has written a short preface to her story to explain some of the historical background
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Recent Examples of prefaces
This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.
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Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prefaces
introductions
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The day began with introductions in a garage attached to the gym.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Waxahachie fans cheer during player introductions before the start of their game against Duncanville.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Prefaces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prefaces. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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