as in rehearsal
a private performance or session in preparation for a public appearance
we had time for just one dry run of the play before opening night
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Recent Examples of dry run
Do a dry run of the meeting and look for gaps (i.e., inclusive language, activities, etc.) that can create exclusion.
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Simone E. Morris, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
An unwitting dry run for his role in The Martian, Christopher Nolan’s sci-fi drama finds Damon playing Dr. Mann, one of several humans who has traveled across the cosmos trying to find habitable planets.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
That visit became a template for subsequent Trump campaign events, as well as an early dry run for a future of Trump and Vance campaigning together.
—Marianne Levine, Washington Post, 16 July 2024
This Sunday will be a dry run of sorts, on two continents, as the CONMEBOL Copa América tournament concludes with a final between defending champion Argentina and Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium in suburban Miami.
—Asli Pelit, Sportico.com, 14 July 2024
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Simone E. Morris, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
An unwitting dry run for his role in The Martian, Christopher Nolan’s sci-fi drama finds Damon playing Dr. Mann, one of several humans who has traveled across the cosmos trying to find habitable planets.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
That visit became a template for subsequent Trump campaign events, as well as an early dry run for a future of Trump and Vance campaigning together.
—Marianne Levine, Washington Post, 16 July 2024
This Sunday will be a dry run of sorts, on two continents, as the CONMEBOL Copa América tournament concludes with a final between defending champion Argentina and Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium in suburban Miami.
—Asli Pelit, Sportico.com, 14 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dry run
Noun
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There are 10-hour rehearsals for the game day festivities, including the national anthem.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
6 Feb. 2025
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However, the event quickly unraveled—some guests refused to attend, and the friend responsible for the music made errors during both the rehearsal and ceremony.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Thursday night previews started at 2 p.m. at 3,133 locations.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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But there’s nothing bigger than No. 1 vs. No. 2: a possible Final Four preview, and the likely Game of the Season.—
Brendan Marks,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Natural wine usually comes from small-scale producers who prioritize biodynamic farming practices and eschew monoculture to create a product that highlights the nuances of terroir.—
Teddy Minford,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
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But the practice of killing off affected birds is one that predates Biden, took place during Trump's first term as well, and has helped prevent the outbreak from spreading even further.—
Kaleigh Rogers,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The federal trial against Combs is scheduled to begin May 5.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
15 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, the case regarding the landlord in California was headed to trial.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Dry run.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dry%20run. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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