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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
Zane Lowe assumes the role of host for all three segments of the hour-long special, introduced as its guest driver and duet partner in a brief prologue that begins with franchise mainstay James Corden effectively handing over the keys via a phone call from Britain.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Emigration through trafficking is lined up for one of the film’s leads, though an ominous, abstract prologue sets a doom-laden tone for the eventual trip not going to plan.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Jan. 2025
If past is prologue, that means more delays and cancellations on those days.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
If past is prologue, Patel may face an uphill climb to even get the entirety of his own party on board.
—Chris Coons, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Chris Willman, Variety, 16 Dec. 2024
Emigration through trafficking is lined up for one of the film’s leads, though an ominous, abstract prologue sets a doom-laden tone for the eventual trip not going to plan.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Jan. 2025
If past is prologue, that means more delays and cancellations on those days.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
If past is prologue, Patel may face an uphill climb to even get the entirety of his own party on board.
—Chris Coons, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
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Noun
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At times, the session, which lasted over five hours, seemed to be a prelude to the as-yet unscheduled confirmation hearings for Kash Patel, Mr. Trump’s pick to run the F.B.I., which is part of the Justice Department.—
Glenn Thrush,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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What will happen with his fandom will be a prelude of what’s to come.—
Angela Watercutter,
WIRED,
30 Dec. 2024
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Rodgers’ introduction in the spring of 2023 was full of then-current coaches and teammates.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
The Athletic,
28 Jan. 2025
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But the bill hasn’t moved forward since its introduction in the Senate in May 2021.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Jan. 2025
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Sponsored by the Miss Montgomery County Organization, the Miss Bethesda’s Teen title serves as a preliminary to the Miss Maryland and Miss America competitions.—
Susan Soldavin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2025
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The Southern Section held its track and field preliminaries at four sites around Southern California on Saturday, and sophomore Brian Bonner of Valencia High continued his rise to prominence.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2024
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No annual fee and build your credit with responsible use. 0% intro APR on purchases for 6 months, then the standard variable purchase APR of 17.24% - 26.24% applies.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
24 Jan. 2025
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The package includes a free preview of season two and behind-the-scenes content, including an exclusive cast interview and character intros for characters including Mark S. and Helly R. The three-month free promotion is good through February 3.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Jan. 2025
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“Prologue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prologue. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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