overture
noun
an opening or initiating move toward negotiations, a new relationship, an agreement, etc.; a formal or informal proposal or offer.
overtures
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present tense formof overture (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Tech giant Google has been quietly making overtures to major studios as it tries to find ways to get Hollywood to use its AI technology.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
Chief executive Neil McConnell declined to disclose more precise sales data, citing overtures from private-equity firms interested in buying his company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
The Saudi overtures come at a sensitive time for the kingdom.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
US President Donald Trump says Kim Jong Un had responded to his recent overtures and praised his relationship with the North Korean leader a day after scaling back military drills with South Korea.
From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026
He was not afraid, only deeply offended—never in his long life had human beings reacted in such a way to his friendly overtures.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
