as in introductions
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
in her intro the author offers rather precise definitions of some of the key words that she will be using throughout her book
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Recent Examples of intros
When patterns show which angles hold attention and which intros lose readers early, teams can refine headlines, add context boxes, and improve internal links so coverage feels useful and easy to follow.
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Malana Vantyler, Ascend Agency, 6 Nov. 2025
The junior cheerleaders got to participate in player intros for the football team and run through the big Falcon head inflatable with their Big Buddies during Friday night’s game.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
These intros aren’t always supposed to make sense.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Your intros to the conversation are funny.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
And his confessional episode intros, which tackle matters as mundane as the latest cat updates and as wrenching as the death of his late partner, director Lynn Shelton, have cultivated a unique bond with many who contribute to his 55 million in annual listens.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Our skyline is also the backdrop of one of the most iconic TV intros.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
Several long pauses and awkward intros have seemingly interrupted the flow of this year's ceremony.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 6 Jan. 2025
The Merry Minis Stocking and Serum Discovery Trio are great intros to the brand and come with a variety of products for your giftee to sample and ultimately fall in love with.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
Malana Vantyler, Ascend Agency, 6 Nov. 2025
The junior cheerleaders got to participate in player intros for the football team and run through the big Falcon head inflatable with their Big Buddies during Friday night’s game.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
These intros aren’t always supposed to make sense.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Your intros to the conversation are funny.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2025
And his confessional episode intros, which tackle matters as mundane as the latest cat updates and as wrenching as the death of his late partner, director Lynn Shelton, have cultivated a unique bond with many who contribute to his 55 million in annual listens.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2025
Our skyline is also the backdrop of one of the most iconic TV intros.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
Several long pauses and awkward intros have seemingly interrupted the flow of this year's ceremony.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC News, 6 Jan. 2025
The Merry Minis Stocking and Serum Discovery Trio are great intros to the brand and come with a variety of products for your giftee to sample and ultimately fall in love with.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intros
Noun
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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
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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
Noun
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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
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“Intros.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intros. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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