introductory
adjective
in·tro·duc·to·ry
ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē 
: of, relating to, or being a first step that sets something going or in proper perspective
an introductory course in calculus
Examples of introductory in a Sentence
I'd like to make a few introductory remarks before we start the program.
a class in introductory physics
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As a result, providers will often offer introductory prices that cause the company to operate on a short-term loss.
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Martin Taylor, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The introductory styles will be released in early August.
—Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Gansey will hold his introductory news conference Monday at Philadelphia's training complex in Camden, New Jersey.
—Pat Gallen, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The Los Angeles Rams had an introductory news conference for Myles Garrett, and Les Snead, the Rams’ general manager, spoke about the team’s long pursuit of the defensive end.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 3 June 2026
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Martin Taylor, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The introductory styles will be released in early August.
—Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
Gansey will hold his introductory news conference Monday at Philadelphia's training complex in Camden, New Jersey.
—Pat Gallen, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The Los Angeles Rams had an introductory news conference for Myles Garrett, and Les Snead, the Rams’ general manager, spoke about the team’s long pursuit of the defensive end.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for introductory
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introductory. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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