preamble

Example Sentences

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Their penchant for self-destruction has clearly been part of their preamble this time around.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

“Too many approaches to peace-building foster perpetual dependency, and institutionalize crisis rather than leading people beyond it,” the charter’s preamble says, calling for “a coalition of willing States committed to practical cooperation and effective action.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

A trading firm can save a few nanoseconds by sending the preamble first, before knowing if it wants to trade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

Looking at it now, in a time of endless preamble and an on-stage banterfest that would test the patience of a saint, they moved at breakneck speed back then.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

He said nothing, and he did not smile, but watched her, wondering to what task this preamble led.

From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin