as in presenting
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 previewing
Taking fans back to days of the Roaring Twenties in 1925, young Fern can be seen meeting Kat at the pond in a teaser clip previewing the new season.
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Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Stormy weather started to move in early Sunday in Miami-Dade and Broward, previewing the 80% chance of rain expected by the National Weather Service.
—Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Speaking on Thursday morning, in a press conference previewing Friday’s La Liga trip to Real Betis, Arbeloa was asked again about Carvajal.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Cranston shared a similar story for Entertainment Weekly's March cover story previewing what to expect from the revival.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Apr. 2026
For more on how the decision could affect the regulation of medicine and LGBTQ+ rights more broadly, re-visit my story previewing the oral arguments.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 1 Apr. 2026
Trump urged his followers on Truth Social to watch Mark Levin’s weekend Fox News program, previewing Marc Thiessen’s appearance before the episode aired.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Rebecca Ferguson is previewing her role in Denis Villeneuve‘s continuation of the Dune saga.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
The upcoming short, currently fundraising toward a $50,000 budget, expands on an incredible trailer Gravey is already previewing in Sunset Plaza.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2026
Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Stormy weather started to move in early Sunday in Miami-Dade and Broward, previewing the 80% chance of rain expected by the National Weather Service.
—Miami Herald Staff Report, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Speaking on Thursday morning, in a press conference previewing Friday’s La Liga trip to Real Betis, Arbeloa was asked again about Carvajal.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Cranston shared a similar story for Entertainment Weekly's March cover story previewing what to expect from the revival.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Apr. 2026
For more on how the decision could affect the regulation of medicine and LGBTQ+ rights more broadly, re-visit my story previewing the oral arguments.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 1 Apr. 2026
Trump urged his followers on Truth Social to watch Mark Levin’s weekend Fox News program, previewing Marc Thiessen’s appearance before the episode aired.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Rebecca Ferguson is previewing her role in Denis Villeneuve‘s continuation of the Dune saga.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2026
The upcoming short, currently fundraising toward a $50,000 budget, expands on an incredible trailer Gravey is already previewing in Sunset Plaza.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for previewing
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Knowing how much Truman enjoyed the botched headline, Tribune leadership had the page emblazoned on a bronze plaque during the newspaper’s 125th anniversary with the intent of presenting it to him.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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The 16-way adjustable sport seats are standard, while performance seats shelled in carbon fiber—presenting more aggressive thigh and shoulder bolsters—are optionally available.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Meanwhile, a Spanish woman who was tested for hantavirus after taking the same flight as a patient who died from the disease and displaying symptoms consistent with an infection has tested negative, Spain's health ministry said May 9.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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There are two drawers for storage, plus a lower shelf ideal for displaying styles that require quick and easy access.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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In October 2025, a report was released by Blue Water Baltimore and Waterfront Partnership, showing that some areas in the harbor were improving and other areas were headed in the wrong direction.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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The documents include more than 20 video files showing unidentified objects captured by military sensors in locations from Syria and Japan to North America.—
Seung Min Kim,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Since announcing that Glasgow flights would return, Stevens said, United has been encouraged by booking trends.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Smart’s remains were not recovered in the latest search in Arroyo Grande, the sheriff’s office said Saturday while announcing the search had been concluded.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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Officials said none is exhibiting signs of the illness.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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He has been admitted to a hospital in Zurich after exhibiting symptoms, according to WHO and Swiss public health officials.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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“Previewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/previewing. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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