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
In his intro to this reissue, Geoff Dyer called Lemann a mistress of vibes.
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
Musically, the show also aligns with its live-action predecessor, containing 80’s hits in addition to a new version of the beloved intro credits song from the original show, linked below.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
The intro credits for Margo’s Got Money Troubles are a whole vibe.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026
Universal showed three trailers without other intros.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
Musically, the show also aligns with its live-action predecessor, containing 80’s hits in addition to a new version of the beloved intro credits song from the original show, linked below.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
The intro credits for Margo’s Got Money Troubles are a whole vibe.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026
Universal showed three trailers without other intros.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intro
Noun
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To devotees of classic sartorial elegance—especially those who indulge that passion on Instagram—Alexander Kraft needs no introduction.—
Nick Scott,
Robb Report,
3 May 2026
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Edith is a great choice for a read-aloud or a gentle introduction to longer stories for kids who already enjoy short chapter books.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
Noun
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The volume collects work from the last decade, each with a brief preface from the author, giving us a puncture of the present into her words of the past.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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The preface by historian Abul Fazl frames the work as a reconciliatory project.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
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His former roles include FBI Special Agent and SWAT Team member; Deputy Director of the California Office of Homeland Security under Arnold Schwarzenegger, who provides a foreword in the memoir; and Chief of Homeland Security and Intelligence for the Los Angeles World Airports Police Department.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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What’s a bigger flex than Kim Kardashian writing the foreword to your first book?—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Intro.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intro. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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