1
as in preliminary
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows
an introductory paragraph to the chapter on evolution
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as in basic
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
an introductory course in computer programming
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Recent Examples of introductory
Popular on Variety The tone for proceedings is set by an introductory anecdote that Ricciardi relates directly to camera, concerning a teenage masturbation mishap that left him with splinters in the head of his member.
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
The county’s smallest loss, aside from its introductory year, was more than $36,000 last year.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 21 Jan. 2025
The list shows which tracks that cross genres between pop and dance are the most consumed across the U.S., and Kesha is a member of the introductory class.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Her two other full-lengths, Happier Than Ever and Hit Me Hard and Soft, as well as her introductory EP Don’t Smile at Me, all continue to hold on as Americans buy and stream them constantly.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Guy Lodge, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
The county’s smallest loss, aside from its introductory year, was more than $36,000 last year.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacramento Bee, 21 Jan. 2025
The list shows which tracks that cross genres between pop and dance are the most consumed across the U.S., and Kesha is a member of the introductory class.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Her two other full-lengths, Happier Than Ever and Hit Me Hard and Soft, as well as her introductory EP Don’t Smile at Me, all continue to hold on as Americans buy and stream them constantly.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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According to a preliminary investigation, a vehicle driven by Karen Huey, 63, was traveling north on 281, while another vehicle, operated by Jaelen Green, 21, was heading in the opposite direction.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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The District Court denied Citizens United a preliminary injunction and granted appellee Federal Election Commission (FEC) summary judgment.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Jan. 2025
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This is basic and consists of a sink, fridge, some cabinetry, and an electric cooktop, though there is space to add more appliances.—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
29 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, basic economy tickets do not grant access to Delta Sky Club.—
Stella Shon,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2025
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The resolution called for a concrete process consisting of preparatory sessions in 2026 and 2027, and three-week negotiations in 2028 and 2029, where a treaty will be finalized.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The ultimate sources of that water — three tanks each with a capacity of roughly 1 million gallons — were filled as a preparatory measure before the fires broke out, city authorities say.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
9 Jan. 2025
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In a message to families Tuesday, District 205 Superintendent Robert McBride said the decision was made because most of the elementary districts that feed into the high school were also having students report to class.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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One is that the course is just elementary easy – like show up and get your A, easy.—
Derek Newton,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The most rudimentary method is something anyone with a computer can do at home: asking a chatbot to produce many responses to a single question.—
Lauren Leffer,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2025
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The museum displays the rudimentary equipment and clothing that alpinists once used and showcases their great achievements in conquering mountains here and abroad.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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