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
Even sometimes effecting personal introductions.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
Tatum Bethune #48 of the San Francisco 49ers runs onto the field during team introductions before an NFL game between the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers on January 3, 2026 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
The majority of these fans yelled for Vanderbilt, and Ralph thanked them for being loud through introductions to the final minutes when the Commodores needed them most.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Jan. 2026
The overall package, which includes introductions by a producer on the show, Mitra Kaboli, is as close to a snapshot of audio storytelling’s past as anything else out there.
—Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
The director then called to the front the film’s co-writer, Ronald Bronstein, and its cast, including stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, and Kevin O’Leary, who lined up one by one as Safdie gave his colorful introductions.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2025
The second episode is heavy on introductions and reveals without a clear anchor, and that makes for a muddled hour, despite some real bright spots.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
With some thoughtful preparation, patience, and understanding of feline behavior, owners can make introductions smoother and help build a lasting bond that makes life with two cats truly rewarding.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
As pupfish settled into their new home right away, establishing territory and chasing each other in circles, the biologists are already planning for future introductions.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
Tatum Bethune #48 of the San Francisco 49ers runs onto the field during team introductions before an NFL game between the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers on January 3, 2026 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
—CBS News, 5 Jan. 2026
The majority of these fans yelled for Vanderbilt, and Ralph thanked them for being loud through introductions to the final minutes when the Commodores needed them most.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Jan. 2026
The overall package, which includes introductions by a producer on the show, Mitra Kaboli, is as close to a snapshot of audio storytelling’s past as anything else out there.
—Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
The director then called to the front the film’s co-writer, Ronald Bronstein, and its cast, including stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, and Kevin O’Leary, who lined up one by one as Safdie gave his colorful introductions.
—Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2025
The second episode is heavy on introductions and reveals without a clear anchor, and that makes for a muddled hour, despite some real bright spots.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
With some thoughtful preparation, patience, and understanding of feline behavior, owners can make introductions smoother and help build a lasting bond that makes life with two cats truly rewarding.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
As pupfish settled into their new home right away, establishing territory and chasing each other in circles, the biologists are already planning for future introductions.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 30 Oct. 2025
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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This decision comes after the 2025 NBA Finals, when the league reintroduced live starting lineup intros before Game 5 in response to fan complaints that the Finals broadcast felt too similar to the regular season.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
12 Dec. 2025
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Fraser did Q&As and intros on Friday and Saturday in New York as Searchlight rolled out its usual muscular marketing across linear television, streaming and social media.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
23 Nov. 2025
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“Introductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductions. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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