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as in prelude
a performance, activity, or event that precedes and sets the stage for the main event
unfortunately, the burglary, which he committed while still a teen, was but a prologue to a wasted life of crime
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as in introduction
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
a brief prologue sets the scene for the story that follows
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Recent Examples of prologue
And a prologue to the film played this weekend with IMAX 70mm screenings of Sinners and One Battle After Another, showing Odysseus and his men hiding inside that Trojan Horse just before the start of the Battle of Troy.
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Gerrad Hall, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Dec. 2025
If the past is prologue, this will result in both significant advancements and greater inequality.
—Sam Jacobs, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
The past is never prologue to him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 11 Dec. 2025
Bell and co-editor Alex Megaro limit expository information about the WTO and the anti-globalization movement to a short prologue.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2025
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Gerrad Hall, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Dec. 2025
If the past is prologue, this will result in both significant advancements and greater inequality.
—Sam Jacobs, Time, 11 Dec. 2025
The past is never prologue to him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 11 Dec. 2025
Bell and co-editor Alex Megaro limit expository information about the WTO and the anti-globalization movement to a short prologue.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prologue
Noun
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Known as Kristallnacht, it is considered a prelude to the Holocaust.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The week-long extravaganza, which includes events in Los Angeles, as well as content across Paramount platforms, will act as a fittingly extravagant and entertaining prelude to the 83rd Golden Globes ceremony.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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That introduction came after the club announced Monday that Raphael Wicky has been hired to the head coaching position on a 2 1/2-year contract.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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This week begins Malinin’s introduction to the greater sports audience, including those who tune in once a cycle.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Santana finished a weak fourth in the preliminary.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
21 Oct. 2025
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In 1988: Greg Louganis won the gold medal in the 3-meter springboard at the Seoul Olympics one day after hitting his head on the diving board during the preliminaries.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In this edition, translators Ana Martínez and Heather Hennes add a preface and explanatory notes that give additional context to the story.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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And to preface, these are optional.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The book of the same name brings to life Talley’s impact on global culture, with a foreword from Paula Wallace, president and founder of SCAD.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
13 Dec. 2025
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Sherman-Palladino recently penned the foreword to Kelly Bishop’s memoir The Third Gilmore Girl.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Dec. 2025
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Some may read this intro and roll their eyes, arguing that Lawrence’s patented self-deprecation and casual dorkiness are a big act.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
8 Nov. 2025
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When patterns show which angles hold attention and which intros lose readers early, teams can refine headlines, add context boxes, and improve internal links so coverage feels useful and easy to follow.—
Malana VanTyler,
Ascend Agency,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Prologue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prologue. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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