Phrase guide

sneak preview

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An early preview or look at something, especially not yet made public.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • Their dress rehearsal will be a sneak preview of the show for theater members.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a preview to test audience reactions

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: preview

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Polish: pokaz przedpremierowy — an early preview or look of something
  • Swedish: smygpremiär — an early preview or look of something