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
That final number turned out to be less than 10,000 larger than Sour, her introductory project, which kicked off its time in first place on the competitive tally with 295,000 equivalent units.
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Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
General manager Bill Zito made sure not to completely shut down the idea of Bobrovsky returning to the Panthers at Brady Tkachuk’s introductory press conference Tuesday.
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Ava Dicecca,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
By the time Wilson sat down in front of the media Friday morning at the Advocate Center for his introductory news conference with fellow first-rounder Dailyn Swain, the forward from North Carolina was ready to announce his expectations for his first NBA season.
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Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Some cards also provide rewards programs or introductory interest rates.
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William Jones,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
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Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
General manager Bill Zito made sure not to completely shut down the idea of Bobrovsky returning to the Panthers at Brady Tkachuk’s introductory press conference Tuesday.
—
Ava Dicecca,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
By the time Wilson sat down in front of the media Friday morning at the Advocate Center for his introductory news conference with fellow first-rounder Dailyn Swain, the forward from North Carolina was ready to announce his expectations for his first NBA season.
—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Some cards also provide rewards programs or introductory interest rates.
—
William Jones,
Charlotte Observer,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
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Prominent civil rights attorneys Ben Crump and Van Turner, who are representing the family of Kohen Wiley, released preliminary findings from the independent autopsy during a news conference on July 1.
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The sheriff's office says a preliminary investigation found that workers were installing underground tanks.
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From bold color contrast to sheer layering and retro prints, caftans can be styled far beyond a basic beach coverup.
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The lawsuit comes as consumers report struggling to afford basic necessities.
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Another measure to speed up the preparatory studies proposes that when a power plant operator and a large load customer of a similar size both apply for access to the grid, only one study of the impact of both players joining should be conducted, rather than sequential studies.
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Separate preparatory meetings with each side are set to take place in Doha this week, ahead of the official signing in Switzerland and the start of the technical talks, the diplomat said.
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Police were called to the elementary and middle school, and authorities are now working to identify the deceased individual.
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Biblical texts on the list include a picture-book adaptation of the David and Goliath story for elementary students and passages about Adam and Eve for older students.
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The outpost may resemble something of a rudimentary city on the moon.
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The Athletic’s Michael Cox gave a detailed breakdown that walked through the tactical hypotheses, but there might be a more rudimentary explanation for this trend.
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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