introductory
adjective
in·tro·duc·to·ry
ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē 
: of, relating to, or being a first step that sets something going or in proper perspective
an introductory course in calculus
Examples of introductory in a Sentence
I'd like to make a few introductory remarks before we start the program.
a class in introductory physics
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For various introductory examples and further detailed indications about generating prompts prompting, see my coverage at the link here.
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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
At this point, those claims are based largely on the programs’ ability to pass specific tests (such as the LSAT, Advanced Placement Biology, and even an introductory sommelier exam).
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2025
In a different ballroom during this same time, the parents got to take part in their own introductory motivational session led by renowned motivational speaker and coach Lisa Nichols.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 4 Apr. 2025
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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
At this point, those claims are based largely on the programs’ ability to pass specific tests (such as the LSAT, Advanced Placement Biology, and even an introductory sommelier exam).
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2025
In a different ballroom during this same time, the parents got to take part in their own introductory motivational session led by renowned motivational speaker and coach Lisa Nichols.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for introductory
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introductory. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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