as in preface
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
a leading biologist wrote the introduction to that new textbook
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Recent Examples of introduction
By far the biggest change to Prezi is the introduction of Prezi AI, a suite of AI features.
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Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
In a client note, Fishman said the introduction of an ad tier in 2022 has provided a boost to the company by increasing its options.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
The general format for interviews, subject to change, is to have each candidate make a three-minute introduction, answer brief questions from council members, then deliver a one-minute summary.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Through these two powers, the series offers a true introduction to biology.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
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Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 28 Mar. 2026
In a client note, Fishman said the introduction of an ad tier in 2022 has provided a boost to the company by increasing its options.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
The general format for interviews, subject to change, is to have each candidate make a three-minute introduction, answer brief questions from council members, then deliver a one-minute summary.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Through these two powers, the series offers a true introduction to biology.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introduction
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And that long preface to editing isn’t helping, Bill Pullman notwithstanding.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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In his preface of the American Legion’s Junior Baseball for 1938 program, Chaillaux noted that 500,000 boys participated in Legion ball.—
Bill Swank,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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My Jamaican Table, his first book (Springsteen wrote the foreword), is a mouth-watering mix of traditional classic dishes like oxtail with rice and peas, and curry chicken alongside modern spins on American classics, like his signature jerk smashburger with bacon jam.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
16 Mar. 2026
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This May, the 50th anniversary edition of the book—revamped with a new foreword by culinary historian and journalist Toni Tipton-Martin—will be released.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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On Wednesday, the intro to space class at Metropolitan State University of Denver held a watch party for the Artemis II mission launch.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Chase Freedom Unlimited® (see rates and fees) offers an intro APR on purchases and balance transfers, along with cash back rewards on dining, travel and everyday spending.—
Layla Melendez,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2026
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Alongside the big group numbers characterized by the prologue, Ragtime features intimate solos, duets and trios.—
Manuel Mendoza,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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At the close of A Midsummer Night’s Dream (which, incidentally, features an admirable character called Bottom the Weaver), a play is to be performed for Duke Theseus and his bride, the Amazon Hippolyta, with a prologue spoken by the director.—
Christine Smallwood,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Introduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introduction. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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