Definition of Prelude

that which precedes another event

Examples of Prelude in a sentence

Movie trailers are often used as a prelude to feature films.  🔊

When Jason got down on his knees, I knew it was a prelude to the marriage proposal of my dreams.  🔊

The fast-paced musical prelude leads into the movie's police chase.  🔊

As soon as Gail saw her father’s stern look, she knew it was a prelude to a long lecture about her conduct.  🔊

Sitting champagne on the bedside table is Kurt’s prelude to an intimate encounter with his wife.  🔊

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