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as in presents
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 raises
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 establishes
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 familiarizes
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 inserts
to put among or between others
introduce a new variable to the equation
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Recent Examples of introduces
As hyperscalers shift from maximizing performance to focusing on efficiency per dollar, even a slight deceleration in demand growth or a turn towards more affordable, task-specific silicon introduces a potential downside.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Now appearing in past tense, the Worried pilot introduces Jules and Poppy, along with a crackerjack cast of comedians.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Building on the momentum of previous seasons, the women’s collection re-introduces top-performing denim fits, including the Boothugger, Pull-On Bell Bottom Flares and Cheeky Wide Legs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Through immersive, on-the-ground storytelling and intimate conversations, The Culture of Currency with Wyclef Jean introduces audiences to stablecoin innovations that are transforming who gets to participate in the global economy — and why change often begins in unexpected places.
—Time Pr, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Trump introduces his cabinet — Marcello Hernández plays Marco Rubio while Jeremy Culhane is our new JD Vance.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Jan. 2026
Klee’s Bavarian Don Giovanni, drawn from the artist’s 1919 composition, introduces an inventive daily color-shifting calendar window, while Pollock’s Alchemy channels the expressive splatter of mid-century abstraction through bold, layered prints.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
The narrator introduces himself as a mediocre painter who has spent his life painting the same image, a cypress by a stream.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
Beyond visual upgrades, the sequel introduces mechanics that change how runs unfold.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Now appearing in past tense, the Worried pilot introduces Jules and Poppy, along with a crackerjack cast of comedians.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Building on the momentum of previous seasons, the women’s collection re-introduces top-performing denim fits, including the Boothugger, Pull-On Bell Bottom Flares and Cheeky Wide Legs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
Through immersive, on-the-ground storytelling and intimate conversations, The Culture of Currency with Wyclef Jean introduces audiences to stablecoin innovations that are transforming who gets to participate in the global economy — and why change often begins in unexpected places.
—Time Pr, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Trump introduces his cabinet — Marcello Hernández plays Marco Rubio while Jeremy Culhane is our new JD Vance.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Jan. 2026
Klee’s Bavarian Don Giovanni, drawn from the artist’s 1919 composition, introduces an inventive daily color-shifting calendar window, while Pollock’s Alchemy channels the expressive splatter of mid-century abstraction through bold, layered prints.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
The narrator introduces himself as a mediocre painter who has spent his life painting the same image, a cypress by a stream.
—Amir Ahmadi Arian, The Dial, 15 Jan. 2026
Beyond visual upgrades, the sequel introduces mechanics that change how runs unfold.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introduces
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For these 40-plus partners, India presents a solid opportunity.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Blood center officials say this time of the year presents unique challenges to maintaining an adequate supply.—
Hannah Kliger,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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The strikes come as Kaiser raises costs for patients and health providers across California brace for tighter margins following cuts to federal health spending.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Exercises like dead bugs, pike push-ups, leg raises and leg raise reaches are worth adding into the rotation.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
27 Jan. 2026
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The cumulative nature of these criteria — being widespread, long term and severe — establishes a high bar for proving a war crime of this nature.—
Josiane Yazbeck,
The Conversation,
22 Jan. 2026
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The definitive break above the $350 psychological barrier indicates the clearing of overhead supply and establishes a new support base.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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This week's batch of songs includes classics like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, paired with visuals that help kids learn more about team work and familiarizes bedtime routines.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
8 Aug. 2025
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Detailed this week in the journal ACS Sensors, the team describes a small device made from an array of microneedles that inserts into a dead fish (or fillets) and continuously measures hypoxanthine (HX), a key compound closely associated with spoilage.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
4 Dec. 2025
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Amid the melodrama, Trier inserts flashes of comedy.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Nov. 2025
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Ease into the day at the charming French-Vietnamese Elizabeth Street Café, which greets the dawn with coffee and pastries, before evolving its menu as the day passes, with pho and banh mi tempting the casual crowd.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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Tristan returns home and greets James while Siegfried shuffles the woman out the window.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley discusses his plan to call defensive plays, his thoughts on the running game and building around the quarterback.—
Staff Reports,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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This article discusses the basics of how each card works, including the pros and cons.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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But the gun has more limited ammunition compared to semi-automatic pistols that can carry 10 to 17 founds or more.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
28 Nov. 2025
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