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A showing of a new film before it is released to the general public; Also:(medical) The process of reviewing all available pertinent data on referrals to determine the need for additional information; Also: An examination or interview before further selection processes occur

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  • Turns out, the phone call was just a pre-screening.
  • I saw this during the pre-screening and it was HILARIOUS!!!
  • Prepare interview questions for the pre-screening interview.
  • My parents saw a pre-screening of "Kate and Leopold" this weekend.
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