as in prefaces
a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part
a leading biologist wrote the introduction to that new textbook
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Recent Examples of introductions
Reach out to them to ask for advice, informational interviews, or introductions to others in the field.
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Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Before the hearing, Hochman had gathered with the families outside the courtroom, making introductions and exchanging hugs.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
The company also offers name and number introductions for a flat $5 fee per player with any participating announcer.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Successful local officials often seek higher office and can make introductions to more senior politicians.
—Michael Forsythe, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
As if not more importantly, those networks are a source of potential strategic introductions.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The program provides critical support, from facilitating introductions to potential customers and collaborators to offering guidance on navigating complex policy and regulatory hurdles, such as permitting and licensing.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Animal Humane Society says that the best introductions are done outdoors, in a neutral space so neither dog is overwhelmed.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
One of Camp’s favorite activities is making introductions.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2024
Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Before the hearing, Hochman had gathered with the families outside the courtroom, making introductions and exchanging hugs.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
The company also offers name and number introductions for a flat $5 fee per player with any participating announcer.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Successful local officials often seek higher office and can make introductions to more senior politicians.
—Michael Forsythe, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
As if not more importantly, those networks are a source of potential strategic introductions.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The program provides critical support, from facilitating introductions to potential customers and collaborators to offering guidance on navigating complex policy and regulatory hurdles, such as permitting and licensing.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Animal Humane Society says that the best introductions are done outdoors, in a neutral space so neither dog is overwhelmed.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
One of Camp’s favorite activities is making introductions.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Introductions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introductions. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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