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An overture is an introduction, or an action that shows someone might be ready to take a certain action. (noun)
An example of an overture is a suggestion that two people in disagreement seek mediation.
An overture is the musical opening to an opera or classical concert. (noun)
An example of an overture is the opening piece of music to Mozart's opera The Marriage of Figaro.
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