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also prologs
1
as in preludes
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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2
as in introductions
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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Noun
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The show, now in its sixth year, has become an important date on the calendar for watch lovers and the trade alike, and stands as the most inclusive show based on new introductions from the 66 participating brands.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025 -
Her work was ahead of the curve, and her novels are more accessible than ever thanks to Modern Library’s reissues, complete with excellent new introductions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Your intros to the conversation are funny.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
24 Aug. 2025
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Warm intros shorten hiring cycles and improve candidate quality.—
Dr. Eric George,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Prologues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prologues. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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