as in introduction
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
in her intro the author offers rather precise definitions of some of the key words that she will be using throughout her book
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Recent Examples of intro
On demand, the album’s intro started again, giving everyone under the suspension bridge a simultaneous Deja Vu.
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Elise Brisco, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
As intros go, that’s like Derek Jeter without Bob Sheppard.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 24 July 2025
Like much of its brethren in the e-mobility space, this pedal-assist trike is aimed squarely at seniors, over 55s in gated communities, adults unable to roll with two wheelers, and new riders looking for a stable intro to the wheeled world.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2025
Earn unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases. 0% intro APR for 12 months from account opening on purchases and qualifying balance transfers.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 8 July 2025
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Elise Brisco, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
As intros go, that’s like Derek Jeter without Bob Sheppard.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 24 July 2025
Like much of its brethren in the e-mobility space, this pedal-assist trike is aimed squarely at seniors, over 55s in gated communities, adults unable to roll with two wheelers, and new riders looking for a stable intro to the wheeled world.
—New Atlas, 19 July 2025
Earn unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases. 0% intro APR for 12 months from account opening on purchases and qualifying balance transfers.
—Ryley Amond, CNBC, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intro
Noun
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Spartacus: House of Ashur dropped its first trailer during Saturday's Comic-Con panel, showing off Nick E. Tarabay's return as Ashur and the introduction of the first female gladiator.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
27 July 2025
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Following the introduction of He Who Remains on Disney+'s Loki, the Avengers project was initially going to revolve around an alternate-timeline variant of the character Kang the Conqueror, played by Jonathan Majors.—
Kelsie Gibson,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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In a preface to the White House’s proposed draconian downsizing of the American space agency, its acting administrator, Janet Petro, concedes that NASA will be forced to cut away at its ranks of illustrious scientists.—
Kevin Holden Platt,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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To preface, the woman wrote that her husband has waist-length hair.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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The foreword invites readers to Sandy June’s Legendary Frybread Drive-In, a gathering spot that appears across the North American continent (possibly breaking the laws of space-time?) to let regulars and newcomers from every tribal Nation come together for good food, good company, and good stories.—
Caroline Carlson
August 1,
Literary Hub,
1 Aug. 2025
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Findley’s debut book, The World Is Waiting For You (HarperOne), with a foreword by Academy Award-winner Viola Davis, will be available nationwide September 9th.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
29 July 2025
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“Intro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intro. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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