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
The best introductory offers solve a specific problem completely while hinting at the bigger transformation your premium offers provide.
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Jodie Cook, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
For the first 10,000 customers, the base version is being offered for an introductory price of $1,380 (INR 120,000).
—New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2025
Like all the Snap Circuits kits, this introductory circuitry kit is virtually shock proof.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Mar. 2025
Del Rey’s introductory full-length pushes five spots on the Official Albums chart, up to No. 55.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Jodie Cook, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
For the first 10,000 customers, the base version is being offered for an introductory price of $1,380 (INR 120,000).
—New Atlas, 10 Mar. 2025
Like all the Snap Circuits kits, this introductory circuitry kit is virtually shock proof.
—Anja Webb, Parents, 6 Mar. 2025
Del Rey’s introductory full-length pushes five spots on the Official Albums chart, up to No. 55.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introductory
Adjective
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The thing is, two federal judges have issued preliminary injunctions blocking the spending freeze, in response to lawsuits claiming the president has no authority to block money approved by Congress.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, a total of 38 deaths were reported based on preliminary numbers.—
Youri Benadjaoud,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 2025
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The basic Hulu subscription with ads is $9.99 per month, while the Disney+, Hulu Bundle basic starts at $10.99/month.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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That obviates your basic hedonistic predilection / For a rhythmic stroking of your fur to demonstrate affection.—
Ashley Belanger,
Ars Technica,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This method can temporarily manage symptoms or serve as a preparatory step before a more comprehensive surgical procedure.11 2.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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But this time measures like the travel ban were replaced by more methodical reviews and preparatory actions that could serve as the precursors to such policies while putting them on more solid legal footing.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
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In a separate statement, Keller’s board of trustees thanked Johnson for her fiscal leadership and for her leadership in implementing a student cell phone ban during school hours as well as bringing armed security to elementary and intermediate campuses.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2025
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Interestingly, many of the elementary schools built here from 1886-1891 were named for poets, including John Greenleaf Whittier.—
Randy Mason,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2025
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Chase scenes are easily tracked over rich urban terrain, and shootouts tend to play out in clear, rudimentary compositions.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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But those rudimentary models based on pre-defined rulesets are rapidly becoming obsolete compared to the current capabilities of AI.—
Sailesh Sewpaul,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductory. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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