as in preview
a private performance or session in preparation for a public appearance
we made a few mistakes in rehearsal, but we were pretty sure that we'd be OK on opening night
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Recent Examples of rehearsal
She’s even envisioned what her rehearsal and reception looks are going to be.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Applicants can also attend the first rehearsal from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9 at the Halcyon Real Estate office at 14282 Danielson St.
Parents are encouraged to attend both the orientation and rehearsal.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025
In the midst of the week’s rehearsals, Chalamet received his second Oscar nomination for his part as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
Carmen insisted on three months of full-time rehearsals.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Jan. 2025
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Applicants can also attend the first rehearsal from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9 at the Halcyon Real Estate office at 14282 Danielson St.
Parents are encouraged to attend both the orientation and rehearsal.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025
In the midst of the week’s rehearsals, Chalamet received his second Oscar nomination for his part as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2025
Carmen insisted on three months of full-time rehearsals.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehearsal
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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“Rehearsal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehearsal. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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