Meaning & use
herald
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To be a sign that something is coming, or to announce something publicly and formally.
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Dark clouds heralded the approaching storm.
The company heralded the new product as a breakthrough in design.
A note on using this word
As a verb, "herald" is usually followed by a noun describing what is coming, as in "herald a new era."
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A person who announces important news or proclamations, especially formally.
A royal herald read the proclamation to the crowd.
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