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as in presented
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
a friend introduced him to the woman who later became his wife
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as in raised
to present or bring forward for discussion
after about 20 minutes the moderator introduced a new topic for the debate
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as in founded
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
Luther Burbank introduced the idea of plant breeding, developing over 800 new varieties of fruits, vegetables, grains, and grasses
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as in initiated
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
introduced everyone to the company's new phone system
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as in inserted
to put among or between others
introduce a new variable to the equation
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Recent Examples of introduced
Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Frenkel had been an old friend, introduced her to her husband in 1999 and officiated over their wedding in 2012.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
In an attempt to get fans back to the ballpark, the Twins have introduced pregame $2 beer specials at Target Field.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 16 Feb. 2026
Hawkeye State senators introduced a bill designed to lure an NFL team.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
The Jumbo Jack was introduced in 1971, followed by an expansion of the core menu in the 1980s with such items as salads.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Still, federal lawmakers have introduced anti-price gouging legislation in response to worries that retailers could use electronic shelf labels to squeeze customers during high-demand periods.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 10 Feb. 2026
The airline first introduced nonstop service between CVG and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in 2023, according to a press release.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
But in recent years — particularly over the seven years since the Academy introduced its members-only streaming service, the Academy Screening Room, through which members can watch films at home — attendance at all of these screenings has markedly declined.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
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Those books introduced me to a vision of American teenage life and taught me the rhythms and idioms of American English, nuances that would later replace my Britishisms and shape my career as a journalist.
—Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
Frenkel had been an old friend, introduced her to her husband in 1999 and officiated over their wedding in 2012.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
In an attempt to get fans back to the ballpark, the Twins have introduced pregame $2 beer specials at Target Field.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 16 Feb. 2026
Hawkeye State senators introduced a bill designed to lure an NFL team.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
The Jumbo Jack was introduced in 1971, followed by an expansion of the core menu in the 1980s with such items as salads.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
Still, federal lawmakers have introduced anti-price gouging legislation in response to worries that retailers could use electronic shelf labels to squeeze customers during high-demand periods.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 10 Feb. 2026
The airline first introduced nonstop service between CVG and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in 2023, according to a press release.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
But in recent years — particularly over the seven years since the Academy introduced its members-only streaming service, the Academy Screening Room, through which members can watch films at home — attendance at all of these screenings has markedly declined.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introduced
Adjective
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Groceries average about $300 per month, and while imported foods come at a premium, the ability to pick up Mediterranean staples adds an unexpected layer of excitement to island life.—
Dana Sauchelli,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2026
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This marks a dramatic turnaround from earlier years when imported titles commanded roughly double the audience of domestic productions.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 Sep. 2025
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Tea is presented alongside the ritualistic high pour synonymous with Moroccan tradition, which is not only an enjoyable spectacle, but a gesture of warm welcome.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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This free event, open to the public, is presented in partnership with the City of Encinitas.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Additionally, hyperscalers, including Amazon , Microsoft , Meta , and Alphabet , announced capital expenditure of up to $700 billion on AI this year, which has raised concerns over returns and whether the extent of AI spend is justified.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
16 Feb. 2026
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Videos from the killing of Renee Good, a mother of three, in her vehicle, raised questions about the federal agent’s tactics and decision to use deadly force.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Andrew has left the Order of the Garter, which was founded by Edward III, in 1348, and had his banner removed from the chapel at Windsor Castle.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
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Pietro Loro Piana founded the company as a wool mill in 1924 in the country’s Quarona.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The case traces back to April 2025, when the Justice Department initiated compliance reviews of Harvard’s undergraduate, law, and medical school admissions programs.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Feb. 2026
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The concept was also explored with the Airborne Laser project, initiated in 1996 and tested in 2007, when a laser with one megawatt of power was mounted on a Boeing 747.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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Rios’ attorneys contend that the case had gone cold when Guevara, who at the time was a gang crimes specialist, not a homicide detective, inserted himself into the investigation by claiming two confidential informants had fingered Rios as the gunman.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2026
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Rivers inserted 6-foot-10 center Jericho Sims into the starting lineup, creating a double-big pairing alongside 6-foot-11 center Myles Turner.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Feb. 2026
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Reliable Aftercare Long-term follow-up care is essential for monitoring the progression and growth of transplanted hair.—
Karen “KH” Koehler
February 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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The hair transplant shedding phase, also known as shock loss, is a normal and temporary part of the healing procedure where transplanted hairs fall out as follicles reset for new growth.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
19 Jan. 2026
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Presidents Day was greeted by thick gray clouds and rainfall across the Bay Area Monday as the first of three back-to-back storms brought minor flooding to some parts of the region, with steady rain expected to continue Tuesday and even the possibility of mountaintop snow by Wednesday.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Upon entering the lobby, you’re greeted by a grand staircase, roaring fireplaces, and an assortment of Western art and photographs.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Introduced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introduced. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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