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preshow

American  
[pree-shoh] / ˈpriˌʃoʊ /

noun

  1. a show or spectacle that precedes the main event or performance.


adjective

  1. occurring in the period leading up to a show.

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NCM was founded in 2002 and is best known for its “Noovie” preshow hosted by Maria Menounos.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026

Their newest complaint is rising prices along with expanding preshow advertising that, combined with as many as nine trailers, means movies frequently start close to half an hour after their official showtime.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 27, 2026

The character of Biff Dipper, an engineer, will be found in the ride’s preshow, familiarizing guests with the story of the asteroid that spells impending doom.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 6, 2026

The move came amid a perfect storm of marital struggles and Slade’s deteriorating mental health, which resulted in preshow and onstage panic attacks.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 4, 2024

I hand him the preshow CD, jog down the aisle, and snake behind the heavy red curtain.

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan

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