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
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
3 July 2026
Among the attractions are a Maid Cafe inspired by Tokyo’s Akihabara district, the Anime Expo Fashion Show, J-Pop performances, academic symposiums, gaming panels and previews of upcoming anime series and films.
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City News Service,
Daily News,
2 July 2026
Joe Prince-Wright and Nick Mendola go through the entire World Cup Round of 32 fixture list to share their matchup previews, predictions and favorite upset picks.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Looking even further ahead, Nike’s men’s Paris Fashion Week spring 2027 previews included a new version of its Air Max Goadome Low boot infused with Foamposite material.
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Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
The adaptation of the Broadway play begins previews on July 7 ahead of its July 13 opening night.
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Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
On Friday, the Netherlands delivered $351K in previews.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
28 June 2026
The musical is set to begin previews next March.
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Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
Warriors will begin previews at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in March 2027.
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Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Kenny Beecham previews the NBA Finals with the New York Knicks waiting for their Western Conference opponent with the San Antonio Spurs coming out to fight for the Larry O'Brien trophy.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
Plus, the Prospect Series previews next week’s draft lottery.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Andre Fernandez,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
The annual festival previews emerging music newcomers in Brighton, England.
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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.
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Ishmael Johnson,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
Karmitz said the programming is built around a balance of cult titles, recent classics, previews and films connected to the venue itself.
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Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
3 July 2026
Among the attractions are a Maid Cafe inspired by Tokyo’s Akihabara district, the Anime Expo Fashion Show, J-Pop performances, academic symposiums, gaming panels and previews of upcoming anime series and films.
—
City News Service,
Daily News,
2 July 2026
Joe Prince-Wright and Nick Mendola go through the entire World Cup Round of 32 fixture list to share their matchup previews, predictions and favorite upset picks.
—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
30 June 2026
Looking even further ahead, Nike’s men’s Paris Fashion Week spring 2027 previews included a new version of its Air Max Goadome Low boot infused with Foamposite material.
—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
The adaptation of the Broadway play begins previews on July 7 ahead of its July 13 opening night.
—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
On Friday, the Netherlands delivered $351K in previews.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
28 June 2026
The musical is set to begin previews next March.
—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
Warriors will begin previews at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in March 2027.
—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2026
Verb
Today’s CharlotteFive newsletter digs into why your restaurant bill keeps creeping up, says goodbye to a six-year Optimist Hall favorite, welcomes a new Italian spot to Dilworth and previews an anime convention plus a French bakery opening.
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Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
Kenny Beecham previews the NBA Finals with the New York Knicks waiting for their Western Conference opponent with the San Antonio Spurs coming out to fight for the Larry O'Brien trophy.
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Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 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.
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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.
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Ishmael Johnson,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for previews
Noun
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Knowing the show is a heavy lift, Ross came into rehearsals with the script already memorized.
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Although Edwards said to transform MSG into a wedding would take more than a week, Swift could treat it like the Eras Tour where the set was built and constructed for rehearsals at Rock Lititz in Pennsylvania.
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Gallup research shows that managers account for at least 70% of the variance in team engagement across organizations.
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An Atlanta Journal-Constitution analysis shows the executive spent roughly three-quarters of that — more than $83 million — on television and cable advertising.
Verb
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Golden 1 Center displays a collection of vintage neon signs from historic local businesses, such as Shakey’s Pizza and Tower Records, on loan from the history center.
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Throughout, the living room TV displays his screen time.
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Unlike scenic destinations that become part of a wedding backdrop, Walshe said Madison Square Garden presents the opposite challenge because designers would first have to erase the venue's familiar arena feel before creating something entirely new.
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Operational technology, however, presents a fundamentally different challenge.
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For those determined to wrap an actual object, gifting experts say the trick is to avoid anything that merely announces its own price tag.
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Continue reading … RADICAL — DeSantis announces plans to use new state law to target dozens of alleged terrorist groups.
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At a time of fierce debate over how to teach American history, the mobile exhibits weigh in squarely on one side of the argument.
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The chassis exhibits little flex, the buttons feel crisp and responsive, and the scroll wheel offers enough resistance to feel deliberate without becoming tiring.
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Neither company currently offers new vehicles for less than $50,000.
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