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as in rehearsal
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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verb

as in to show
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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Noun
As Peacock continues to test and evolve the program, NBCU said, additional rewards are expected to be added over time, including Universal Parks perks and experiences, NBCU content previews and early access to NBCU live events. Todd Spangler, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026 The musical will begin preview performances on August 17 at a theater TBA. Denise Petski, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
Verb
The Union-Tribune has been previewing San Diego’s high school football teams ahead of Thursday’s season opener. John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026 Levy and Gosling appeared onstage at Disney’s D23 fan event Friday night to preview the film. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for preview
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Noun
  • Washington and Seoul say their drills are defensive in nature, but North Korea calls them an invasion rehearsal and often reacts with weapons tests.
    Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Baum und Pferdgarten’s collection was inspired by what dancers wear offstage between rehearsals and classes.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Estimates suggest that around 20% of US adults show disc degeneration by age 65.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Data from commodity analytics firm Kpler showed crossings at a five-day average of just 10 vessels, the lowest level since May.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Despite her openness about those trials, many still wonder, in the aftermath of her death, how yet another gifted actor who grew up in the limelight could have their story cut so short.
    Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Conservative filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza has settled a defamation lawsuit filed by a Gwinnett County man in 2022, avoiding a trial that was set to begin Monday in federal court in Atlanta.
    Caleb Groves, AJC.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • With 168 rooms and suites—some boasting water-facing balconies—the resort displays Texas-forward artwork and contemporary, clean finishes.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Osburn can both transport pucks up ice well and make plays in the O-zone, displaying strong poise and touch.
    Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Another hearing on Thursday is when Anthony's attorneys are expected to present arguments in support of their motion for a new trial.
    CBS Texas Staff, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Alice presents two ideas, one delivered without any enthusiasm, the other dropped as a joke.
    Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The casting news was announced during the Disney Entertainment Showcase presentation at Disney’s D23 fan event in Anaheim, California on Friday.
    Matt Minton, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Despite being away, Biya has continued to make key decisions from abroad, including a major military reshuffle announced earlier this month.
    Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The 2021 Rioja Blanca exhibits a strong vein of minerality in both the bouquet and on the palate.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Columbia University researchers found in a 2005 study that children from upper-class families can exhibit elevated likelihoods of substance use, anxiety, and depression in part thanks to excessive pressures to achieve and isolation from parents.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026

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