overture

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In a diplomatic overture, the Communist regime is aiming to open up its moribund economy to the affluent Cuban-American diaspora.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

South Korea said Friday it will reclassify North Korea's long-banned state newspaper as general information, easing public access, in the latest overture from the administration of dovish President Lee Jae Myung.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

The troubles at that time—a fire at Windsor Castle and doomed marriages for Prince Andrew and his elder sister, Princess Anne—were a mere overture for the tragedies ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

Beginning at twilight and extending into the evening, “The Cortège” starts with an overture, a six-piece band performing in the center of the field.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025

The overture begins, and my whole body sighs.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli