Overture and Run-up

Overture

Overture noun - A performance, activity, or event that precedes and sets the stage for the main event.
Usage example: the parade down Main Street served as the overture for a weekend of fun and festivities
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Synonyms for Overture

Run-up and overture are semantically related. (British) In some cases you can use "Run-up" instead a noun "Overture".

Run-up

Run-up noun - A substantial increase over a relatively short period of time.

Overture and run-up are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Overture" instead a noun phrase "Run-up".
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