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
New head coach Ben Johnson and new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen mentioned Gordon as a key piece for the defense during their introductory news conferences.
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Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
The emotion and appreciation Budenholzer had shown at his introductory news conference never resurfaced.
—Doug Haller, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
For various introductory examples and further detailed indications about generating prompts prompting, see my coverage at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Completing an introductory period does not guarantee continued employment.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
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Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
The emotion and appreciation Budenholzer had shown at his introductory news conference never resurfaced.
—Doug Haller, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
For various introductory examples and further detailed indications about generating prompts prompting, see my coverage at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Completing an introductory period does not guarantee continued employment.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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DuBose denied Libby's motion for a preliminary injunction Friday, ruling the process House Speaker Ryan Fecteau used to impose the sanction reflected the will of the majority of Maine House members.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The issuing of a preliminary injunction comes in a lawsuit filed by a group of unions and retirees in Maryland, which is one of more than a dozen suits to raise alarms about the kind of data DOGE has accessed, and how such data could be used.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
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Loading media onto the watch, even basic offline maps, is such a hassle that even Apple has resigned itself to the fact that most people will end up carrying their phone instead.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
24 Apr. 2025
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The new requirement goes into effect nationwide on that date, making a basic driver's license a relic at airports set up for Real IDs.—
Emily Forlini,
PC Magazine,
24 Apr. 2025
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To qualify for the offer, high school seniors in Riverside County must meet the college preparatory courses (A-G requirements) that both Cal State and the University of California require for admissions.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes,
2 Nov. 2024
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The overdraft rule, which the consumer bureau finalized in December after years of preparatory work, was scheduled to take effect in late 2025.—
Stacy Cowley,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Go Nuts For Reading program encourages elementary and middle school students to participate in an eight-book reading challenge at the beginning of the year, leading to free game tickets and a visit from the squirrel mascots, Nutzy and Nutasha.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
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Authorities said the two juveniles were elementary and middle school age, Alaska’s News Source reported.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Instead of making something miraculous out of rudimentary materials, Government Cheese has a pantry of fine ingredients but never puts together anything palatable.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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This enables the system to plan novel action sequences to achieve specified goals—a rudimentary form of reasoning and planning.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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