introductions
word · lemma: introduction
Definition
'Introductions' are the act of telling people each other's names so they can meet, or the beginning part of a book, speech, or event that explains what it is about.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and informal: 'introductions' is common for social and business settings ('make introductions'), or for sections of books and speeches ('the introductions are short'). Not used for introducing products (use 'launch' or 'release' instead). May refer to both people meeting and written/oral beginnings.
Example Sentences
We made introductions before the meeting started.
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Her book has two short introductions.
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After the awkward introductions, everyone started chatting easily.
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The teacher started the class with introductions.
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The ceremony included some formal introductions of all the guests.
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Let's skip the long introductions and get to the main topic.
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