Preliminary

usgb/prɪˈlɪmɪneri/
adjective

Happens before a more important action or event as preparation or introduction.

We need to carry out preliminary tests to confirm our hypothesis.
Visual representation of "preliminary" - Happens before a more important action or event as preparation or introduction.

Often appears as...

  • preliminary results
  • preliminary examination
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Wide Use

The word 'preliminary' is used across various fields such as law, science, and business.

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The lawyer filed a preliminary injunction to halt the merger.
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Not Final

'Preliminary' implies that something is not final or complete, more actions will follow.

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The preliminary findings suggest we're on the right track, but we need more research.
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Conveys Incompleteness

Using 'preliminary' often means outcomes are subject to change as more information arises.

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The committee's preliminary decision will be reviewed next month.
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