Go on before the main show, say Crossword Clue

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Go on before the main show, say Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. (of textures) full of small openings or gaps
2. not defended or capable of being defended
(verb)
1. start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning
2. spread out or open from a closed or folded state
(noun)
1. a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
2. where the air is unconfined

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SHOW (verb)
1. provide evidence for
2. take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
SHOW (noun)
1. pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
2. something intended to communicate a particular impression
BEFORE (adverb)
1. earlier in time; previously
2. at or in the front

Hint 3: Anagram

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31. Sardine container

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62. Burn the surface of

63. 'Curses!'

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