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
The introductory casino will replace the current, single-story one that opened in July 2021.
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
The Dodgers made the signing of free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker official Wednesday, capped off with an introductory news conference at Dodger Stadium.
—Ed Guzman, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
And what was Aikman doing sitting next to Marino at the introductory media session?
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Should be quite the introductory news conference on Tuesday.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 21 Jan. 2026
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Jan. 2026
The Dodgers made the signing of free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker official Wednesday, capped off with an introductory news conference at Dodger Stadium.
—Ed Guzman, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
And what was Aikman doing sitting next to Marino at the introductory media session?
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
Should be quite the introductory news conference on Tuesday.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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Provincial transport department official Siboniso Duma said in a statement that 11 people, including a schoolchild, died at the scene, although that was according to preliminary information.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
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The coroner also said the preliminary cause of death included intrauterine fetal demise caused by her injuries.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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At that point, the operator would recite the most intimate details of a patient’s health history to hook her before launching into a few basic screening questions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Ross argued that allowing local police to provide basic crowd control — rather than restricting coordination — could have reduced risks during recent confrontations.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Within Orthodox circles in Argentina, preparatory stages for conversion may take place in the country, but the beit din, or rabbinical court, that validates them operates in Israel.—
Juan Melamed,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Jan. 2026
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Countries have been working through many of those questions at preparatory meetings, with a final session scheduled for late March.—
Annika Hammerschlag,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2026
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In elementary education, many students have suffered from unscientific reading strategies.—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The trading cards were first developed in Japan in 1996 and had early international success as a lunch-hour activity for elementary-school kids.—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
23 Jan. 2026
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Early warning is rudimentary and community liaison mechanisms are flimsy.—
Obi Anyadike,
semafor.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The federal student loan program lacks even rudimentary safeguards common in the private sector.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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