over·ture
ˈō-vər-ˌchu̇r 
ˈō-və-,
-chər,
-ˌtyu̇r,
-ˌtu̇r
overtured; overturing
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Examples of overture in a Sentence
Noun
The government has made a significant peace overture by opening the door to negotiation.
the parade down Main Street served as the overture for a weekend of fun and festivities
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Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 30 May 2024
Carrier also nodded to the outside interest that prompted the big award, undoubtedly a response to the Boeing’s overtures and their concerns that the opportunity might entice their coveted CEO.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 May 2024
The goverment of El Salvador has made overtures about providing helicopters, but two sources say there remains disagreement about the offer.
—Michael Wilner, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024
President Joe Biden extended a formal offer to debate former President Donald Trump twice before the November election — though the overture came with a handful of conditions.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 15 May 2024
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Noun
Musically, the generous pit band of 17 — led by director Elaine Davidson — announced the fulsome musical pleasures to come with an inviting instrumental overture showcase.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 30 May 2024
Carrier also nodded to the outside interest that prompted the big award, undoubtedly a response to the Boeing’s overtures and their concerns that the opportunity might entice their coveted CEO.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 May 2024
The goverment of El Salvador has made overtures about providing helicopters, but two sources say there remains disagreement about the offer.
—Michael Wilner, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024
President Joe Biden extended a formal offer to debate former President Donald Trump twice before the November election — though the overture came with a handful of conditions.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 15 May 2024
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“Overture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overture. Accessed 5 Jun. 2024.
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