1
as in preliminary
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows
an introductory paragraph to the chapter on evolution
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2
as in basic
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
an introductory course in computer programming
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Recent Examples of introductory
Perry discussed roster construction and the team’s identity during his introductory press conference Wednesday at Golden 1 Center.
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Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2025
And during his introductory news conference in Lake Forest, Loveland offered a snapshot of his small-town roots.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Three months ago, Vrabel all but outlined his next left tackle during his introductory press conference.
—Andrew Callahan, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2025
The introductory model features an Iceco fridge, Dometic Go water storage and faucet system with removable inset sink basin, cutting board worktop, and dual-burner Cook Partner gas stove that fits atop the drawer.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
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Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2025
And during his introductory news conference in Lake Forest, Loveland offered a snapshot of his small-town roots.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Three months ago, Vrabel all but outlined his next left tackle during his introductory press conference.
—Andrew Callahan, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2025
The introductory model features an Iceco fridge, Dometic Go water storage and faucet system with removable inset sink basin, cutting board worktop, and dual-burner Cook Partner gas stove that fits atop the drawer.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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Such a move could raise $67.3 billion over the next 10 years, according to a preliminary estimate from the nonpartisan Tax Foundation.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The competition — which featured 17 total contestants — unfolded this past weekend, with the preliminary round taking place on Saturday, May 10 and the finals on Sunday, May 11.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
12 May 2025
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In 2024, nurses on horseback delivered aid to Appalachian communities who had been cut off from basic care and services in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Since Amazon unveiled Project Kuiper in 2019, officials at the retail giant have been shy about showing even the most basic imagery of their satellites.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
3 May 2025
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The preparatory challenges refer to legacy infrastructure and a lack of appropriate skills to jumpstart the AI adoption.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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This month, Rosatom began the preparatory site work to construct a nuclear power plant in Uzbekistan, which will be the first nuclear reactor in Central Asia and Russia’s first SMR export.—
Juzel Lloyd,
Foreign Affairs,
28 Apr. 2025
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Last week, the Legislature approved a statewide school-day ban in elementary and middle schools.—
Christopher J. Ferguson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
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The committee also pushed back on Lamont over the Education Cost Sharing grant, the main funding program to support local elementary and secondary school operating expenses.—
Jessika Harkay,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2025
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Doing the most rudimentary exercise in a cap system would show that overall economic parity would change little.—
Maury Brown,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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To do this, a small team at the automaker’s Weissach development center outfitted the Martini silver vehicle with rudimentary exhaust mufflers, additional mirrors, side indicators, a horn, and even a spare wheel hidden away beneath the rear clamshell.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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