as in prefaces
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 introductions
Other communications referenced financial ties and introductions facilitated by Epstein, including meetings with prominent business figures, as well as broader correspondence and internal notes referencing allegations, warnings and speculation surrounding Epstein’s activities.
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Efrat Lachter , Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
The exchanges include invitations to private residences, introductions to diplomats and investors, and discussions of business opportunities.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Development work spans origin stories, new character introductions and world expansion.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Spanx’s first major swim launch was in 2018, and throughout the years the company has had sporadic introductions that tested new silhouettes and materials.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
There were first introductions — accompanied by a customary handshake — in the clubhouse.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2026
The introductions of Ruben Dias and Rayan Cherki bolstered City, whereas Slot was slow to take off the ineffective Cody Gakpo, with Jones still waiting to be introduced when the visitors equalised.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
As expected, she was greeted by a big cheer during the introductions before her heat, and Lollobrigida responded with a big smile and a big wave with both arms overhead, before covering her chest with her hands.
—Howard Fendrich, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Texas Christian University Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles (5) and teammate Natalie Mazurek do a little dance during player introductions before the Houston Cougars game at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, February 4, 2026.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Efrat Lachter , Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
The exchanges include invitations to private residences, introductions to diplomats and investors, and discussions of business opportunities.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
Development work spans origin stories, new character introductions and world expansion.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Spanx’s first major swim launch was in 2018, and throughout the years the company has had sporadic introductions that tested new silhouettes and materials.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
There were first introductions — accompanied by a customary handshake — in the clubhouse.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 10 Feb. 2026
The introductions of Ruben Dias and Rayan Cherki bolstered City, whereas Slot was slow to take off the ineffective Cody Gakpo, with Jones still waiting to be introduced when the visitors equalised.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
As expected, she was greeted by a big cheer during the introductions before her heat, and Lollobrigida responded with a big smile and a big wave with both arms overhead, before covering her chest with her hands.
—Howard Fendrich, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Texas Christian University Horned Frogs guard Olivia Miles (5) and teammate Natalie Mazurek do a little dance during player introductions before the Houston Cougars game at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, February 4, 2026.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductions
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This rosé is all about coastal herbs, grapefruit pith, white peach and sea spray, Landa prefaces.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Each team will have custom music playing underneath their intros too, highlighting bands local to Boston and Seattle.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Fathom partnered with Warner Bros and New Line Cinemas in honor of the 25th anniversary of the theatrical release of Fellowship of the Ring with director Peter Jackson recording new intros for each film in the trilogy.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
18 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Introductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductions. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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