as in rehearsals
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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as in shows
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 previews
Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
Young flew back to New York on a Monday, entered rehearsals the next day, and was in previews a little over a week later.
—Juan A. Ramírez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Russia’s pavilion — which features a series of musical performances in a downstairs space — is scheduled to be open only for the first week of previews before the official opening of the Biennale on May 9.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jeremy Herrin, has been among Broadway’s top grossing plays since previews began at the Hudson Theatre February 21 (official opening was March 12).
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Producers including Rita Wilson, Eric Falkenstein, Douglas Denoff and Angelo Fraboni announced the production will begin previews May 16 ahead of an official opening night on May 18 at the Shubert Theatre.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
May 2, 2026By Christina Goldbaum and David Guttenfelder Barack and Michelle Obama commissioned 30 artists to create work for their campus, which starts visitor previews next week on the South Side of Chicago.
—Tony Cenicola David Guttenfelder Kevin Serna Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Plus, Rohan Nadkarni breaks down all the action from last night’s NBA playoffs, and Joe Prince-Wright previews this weekend’s Premier League slate.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
User panic remains On Signal’s thread, however, users debated whether the update was sufficient, with some urging that best practice is likely still to disable message previews entirely to limit device access to sensitive chats.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Plus, the Prospect Series previews next week’s draft lottery.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Noah Kahan previews his upcoming album The Great Divide at a Spotify Presents event in New York City on April 22.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The actor — alongside creator Jonathan Glatzer and costars Sarah Goldberg, Zach Galifianakis, Paul Adelstein, and more — previews the biting dramedy.
—Sarah Rodman, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Apr. 2026
The latest episode of Inside Inter Miami previews the new stadium’s debut and looks at other hot topics surrounding the club.
—Andre Fernandez, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
The annual festival previews emerging music newcomers in Brighton, England.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
The Dallas Morning News’ Ishmael Johnson previews the 2026 girls soccer playoffs for Dallas-area schools that begin on Thursday.
—Ishmael Johnson, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Serena Williams will lead a panel on founders from underrepresented communities who are building companies in the health space, while Riz Ahmed will previews his upcoming comedy series Bait.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
With the 2026 Venice Biennale wrapping up its professional previews and officially opening to the public on Saturday, a new foundation dedicated to Koyo Kouoh—the curator of the Biennale’s main exhibition who passed away a year ago—has been announced.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
Young flew back to New York on a Monday, entered rehearsals the next day, and was in previews a little over a week later.
—Juan A. Ramírez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Russia’s pavilion — which features a series of musical performances in a downstairs space — is scheduled to be open only for the first week of previews before the official opening of the Biennale on May 9.
—ABC News, 6 May 2026
Every Brilliant Thing, written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe and directed by Jeremy Herrin, has been among Broadway’s top grossing plays since previews began at the Hudson Theatre February 21 (official opening was March 12).
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 6 May 2026
Producers including Rita Wilson, Eric Falkenstein, Douglas Denoff and Angelo Fraboni announced the production will begin previews May 16 ahead of an official opening night on May 18 at the Shubert Theatre.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026
May 2, 2026By Christina Goldbaum and David Guttenfelder Barack and Michelle Obama commissioned 30 artists to create work for their campus, which starts visitor previews next week on the South Side of Chicago.
—Tony Cenicola David Guttenfelder Kevin Serna Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Plus, Rohan Nadkarni breaks down all the action from last night’s NBA playoffs, and Joe Prince-Wright previews this weekend’s Premier League slate.
—Tim Rohan, NBC news, 24 Apr. 2026
User panic remains On Signal’s thread, however, users debated whether the update was sufficient, with some urging that best practice is likely still to disable message previews entirely to limit device access to sensitive chats.
—Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
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From prep race success to trainer Bob Baffert’s resume, Steve Kornacki previews the biggest storylines and best bets.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Plus, the Prospect Series previews next week’s draft lottery.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 1 May 2026
Noah Kahan previews his upcoming album The Great Divide at a Spotify Presents event in New York City on April 22.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
The actor — alongside creator Jonathan Glatzer and costars Sarah Goldberg, Zach Galifianakis, Paul Adelstein, and more — previews the biting dramedy.
—Sarah Rodman, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Apr. 2026
The latest episode of Inside Inter Miami previews the new stadium’s debut and looks at other hot topics surrounding the club.
—Andre Fernandez, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
The annual festival previews emerging music newcomers in Brighton, England.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
The Dallas Morning News’ Ishmael Johnson previews the 2026 girls soccer playoffs for Dallas-area schools that begin on Thursday.
—Ishmael Johnson, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026
Serena Williams will lead a panel on founders from underrepresented communities who are building companies in the health space, while Riz Ahmed will previews his upcoming comedy series Bait.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for previews
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Training to Be Ellie Houston The performance has been months in the making, with Ellie deep in rehearsals and training to get her stamina half-time ready.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
9 May 2026
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Tomorrow’s event marks Russia’s defeat of Nazi Germany, and usually involves months of rehearsals and a huge military parade.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
Verb
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In a recess behind the desk in Carnevali’s office a photo shows Squinzi and his wife Adriana Spazzoli holding the TIM Trophy at the Mapei in 2013.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Video of the incident shows the boy trying to scramble up the bank to safety as the beaver chases him before biting him on the thigh.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Two high-profile shows at the same time—and yet, her countenance displays no sign of exhaustion.—
Dennis Braatz,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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An operating license for a dilapidated Boba tea kiosk displays a 2024 expiration date.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Adair’s family and attorneys argue having Fatherley out of custody presents a danger to the public, and is an unfair system, since anyone else charged with murder would be arrested, Daniels said.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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The exhibition’s first wall presents a large photograph of Nicky holding their mother’s urn to set the scene.—
Sarah Moroz,
Literary Hub,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Lee announces the drops via Dover Sole Market’s Instagram stories Wednesday or Thursday for Saturday and Sunday pickup.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The real problem is not who announces the policy.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Highlights at the museum will include a full-scale replica of Barack Obama's Oval Office, special short films dedicated to the former president's campaign volunteers and Americans who wrote to him and exhibits chronicling Michelle Obama's fashion and the Obama administration's achievements.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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Open during the summer every year, the Center exhibits artifacts from Sacagawea’s expedition with Lewis and Clark, as well as crafts from the local Shoshone-Bannock community.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2026
Verb
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The exotic box offers a minimum one year of self-employment without tax returns.—
Jeff Lazerson,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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The resort offers oceanfront accommodations, sunrise yoga, cocktails and fresh seafood, with a strong focus on beachfront relaxation and spa experiences.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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