PREFACE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

preface

noun

ˈpre-fəs

Definition of preface

as in introduction

a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part a noted critic has written a short preface to her story to explain some of the historical background

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Recent Examples of preface The book arrives on the scene six years before Wordsworth’s preface to the Lyrical Ballads (considered the first Romantic manifesto). — Literary Hub, 8 June 2026 Hasbro executives preface discussions about the AI studio with some important caveats. — Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 3 June 2026 In her preface, Corey offers a note of apology for the topic at hand, quoting the author David Sinclair—who, in writing about the Spice Girls, observed that his subject would require him to defend the group’s honor and his own. — Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 May 2026 As a preface, the conclusion here, deciphered from the scene by this author, was a plea for Giannis Antetokounmpo. — Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for preface

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WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Northen California hosts my introduction to the 2027 Bentley Supersports.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2026
With the right industry executives and commercial introductions, sports can become an additional growth engine rather than the company’s original identity.

— Chris Russo, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of introduction

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Both Wickersham’s 13-page introduction to the book and the foreword by ESPN senior writer Wright Thompson concentrate on the craft of writing.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
With a foreword by fashion designer Jenna Lyons, the book showcases a variety of distinct residential projects, from city penthouses and lakeside retreats to coastal sanctuaries, culminating in their first luxury yacht project.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

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