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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Hudson was in attendance at his introductory press conference.
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Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 1 May 2025
Depending on the institution, AP scores may allow students to test out of introductory courses, fulfill general education requirements, or even graduate early—potentially saving them thousands of dollars in tuition.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
This Dungeons and Dragons Starter Bundle combines some essential materials for new players to get started, including premade character sheets, an introductory rule book, a super-easy first campaign, and dice, making an otherwise complicated game a lot easier to understand for tweens or beginners.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 30 Apr. 2025
Sanders downplayed the prank phone call at his introductory news conference with the Cleveland Browns, not giving it too much attention.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 1 May 2025
Depending on the institution, AP scores may allow students to test out of introductory courses, fulfill general education requirements, or even graduate early—potentially saving them thousands of dollars in tuition.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
This Dungeons and Dragons Starter Bundle combines some essential materials for new players to get started, including premade character sheets, an introductory rule book, a super-easy first campaign, and dice, making an otherwise complicated game a lot easier to understand for tweens or beginners.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 30 Apr. 2025
Sanders downplayed the prank phone call at his introductory news conference with the Cleveland Browns, not giving it too much attention.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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 10 May. 2025.
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