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
Additionally, custom videos embedded on landing pages can offer tutorials, staff introductions, facility tours and more.
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Anthony Savino, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Authorities warned that unauthorized introductions of non-native fish can have serious and irreversible ecological consequences, potentially affecting native fish populations, food webs, wildlife and existing fisheries.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 28 May 2026
When my family and I moved to the Bay Area in 2001, my first introductions to cakes, brownies, doughnuts and desserts were from classroom treats brought in by my teachers.
—Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
During race introductions, Busch would routinely get booed by a lot of fans.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2026
In recent years, the organization has helped several nations roll out vaccines against HPV and malaria, with more introductions planned by 2030.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
Dealers spoke less about blockbuster transactions than long conversations, introductions, and institutional interest.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
The path has been bumpy, marked by store fleet downsizings, management changes, logo changes, category introductions of mixed success and an inability to attract the next generation of shoppers.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
There are hints about succession and cults of personality, conversations which raise questions as to whether Moulin is fit to lead, but these are seldom broached beyond their introductions.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 May 2026
Anthony Savino, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Authorities warned that unauthorized introductions of non-native fish can have serious and irreversible ecological consequences, potentially affecting native fish populations, food webs, wildlife and existing fisheries.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 28 May 2026
When my family and I moved to the Bay Area in 2001, my first introductions to cakes, brownies, doughnuts and desserts were from classroom treats brought in by my teachers.
—Kate Bradshaw, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
During race introductions, Busch would routinely get booed by a lot of fans.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2026
In recent years, the organization has helped several nations roll out vaccines against HPV and malaria, with more introductions planned by 2030.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
Dealers spoke less about blockbuster transactions than long conversations, introductions, and institutional interest.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
The path has been bumpy, marked by store fleet downsizings, management changes, logo changes, category introductions of mixed success and an inability to attract the next generation of shoppers.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
There are hints about succession and cults of personality, conversations which raise questions as to whether Moulin is fit to lead, but these are seldom broached beyond their introductions.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 May 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
Noun
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Featuring forewords by Beccari and K-pop star Felix, the coffee table tome will be available from June in all Louis Vuitton stores priced at $185, with sales also benefiting UNICEF.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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The barrage of 'boos' at driver intros turned into deafening cheers.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2026
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Canes tackle secures Necklace of the Night honors in pre-draft intros.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Introductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductions. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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