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
Monitor LinkedIn profile views—if recruiters, admissions officers, or professionals in target fields check your page, consider polite introductory messages.
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Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Those efforts aside, Anand said in an introductory note to Character.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 July 2025
Walker teaches three levels of the class: introductory, intermediate and advanced.
—Alexandra Hardle, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
In the introductory remarks, patrons were urged to keep as quiet as possible in order to experience the possibilities of hearing overlapping ensembles.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 29 June 2025
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Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Those efforts aside, Anand said in an introductory note to Character.
—Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 3 July 2025
Walker teaches three levels of the class: introductory, intermediate and advanced.
—Alexandra Hardle, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
In the introductory remarks, patrons were urged to keep as quiet as possible in order to experience the possibilities of hearing overlapping ensembles.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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The preliminary card for the UFC Fight Night event begins at noon ET.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The Air Force study's preliminary findings indicated troops in the nuclear missile community don't have higher cancer diagnosis or death rates than other active duty servicemembers or the general U.S. population.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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An analysis published on July 9 by the American Association for the Advancement of Science found that Trump’s cuts put a third of basic scientific research programs at risk, while the National Institutes of Health could have its budget cut by 40%.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
15 July 2025
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In many of these places, girls are 25 percent less likely than boys to access the knowledge needed for basic digital tasks.—
Cynthia Tully,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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According to a Reuters report released Thursday, the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB), the federal regulatory agency overseeing railroads, are already conducting preparatory work in anticipation of a possible two deals.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
25 July 2025
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In an interview, Astin pointed to his years on national and L.A. Local boards and on five separate negotiating committees as key preparatory steps for the top job at SAG-AFTRA.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
11 July 2025
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By starting early with high school and even elementary education, institutions can introduce students to the importance of natural resources and the role of mining in the energy transition.—
Ed Macha,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Breakfasts will cost $1.50 for elementary students and $1.75 for intermediate and high school students.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
15 July 2025
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Few technologies, and certainly few so rudimentary in design and execution, have done more for the betterment of the world than shipping containers.—
Tony Morley,
National Review,
25 July 2025
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This is the most simple kind of AI agent that basically provides a rudimentary function.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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