herald

Example Sentences

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The tiny white and pink petals of cherry flowers, known as sakura, herald the start of spring in Japan, and full bloom ushers in a brief period of boisterous outdoor parties held by residents.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Countertenor Alexander Chance was careful and effective as the herald Lichas who supplies some narrative glue—he recounts the horror of Hercules burning to death in the poisoned robe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

There’s little doubt that Sunday will herald the A.I.

From Slate • Feb. 8, 2026

Academics and critics herald “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” ensemble as one of television’s best, of any decade.

From Salon • Jan. 31, 2026

The herald goes on about how life isn’t always fair, then lists some events I could participate in today.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera