foreword
noun
fore·word
ˈfȯr-(ˌ)wərd 
: prefatory comments (as for a book) especially when written by someone other than the author
Examples of foreword in a Sentence
the editor makes some good points in the foreword about the author's life, so be sure to read it
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Weber also called out former Bachelor host Chris Harrison for promoting (and writing the foreword to) LaPlaca’s memoir.
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Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
1 July 2026
Featuring a foreword by Keelan-Chaffins herself, this picture book for readers ages 6 and up highlights the significant role that children and everyday citizens play in fighting for equal rights for everyone.
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Diane Debrovner,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
As Dubner himself acknowledged in the anniversary foreword, the original book was written without a central thesis tying everything together.
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Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The book, co-authored by Darren Grubb and Johnny Russo, featured a foreword by Letterman.
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Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
1 July 2026
Featuring a foreword by Keelan-Chaffins herself, this picture book for readers ages 6 and up highlights the significant role that children and everyday citizens play in fighting for equal rights for everyone.
—
Diane Debrovner,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
As Dubner himself acknowledged in the anniversary foreword, the original book was written without a central thesis tying everything together.
—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The book, co-authored by Darren Grubb and Johnny Russo, featured a foreword by Letterman.
—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for foreword
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“Foreword.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foreword. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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foreword
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fore·word
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