Minor Match Before The Main Event Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is PRELIMINARY which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: PRELIMINARY

Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	11		Exact Match!
2	35%	9		A qualifying match or event before the main competition
3	35%	6		Event before the main event

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "PRELIMINARY" which means:

noun

• A minor match preceding the main event
• Something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows

adjective satellite

• Denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important

adjective

• In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

An example sentence would be:

• "They presented the preliminary findings of their research."
• "The team conducted a preliminary analysis of the data."

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The Guardian Quick19 Feb 2015	Across 13
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