How to Use "Introduction" with Example Sentences

introduction (n): the act of making someone known or of making something of use for the first time

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Used with adjectives:

"He began his speech with a brief introduction."
(brief, short, personal, lengthy, interesting, funny)

"The documentary was an excellent introduction to Roman history."
(excellent, helpful, informative, useful, general)

"This book provides a comprehensive introduction to his writings."
(comprehensive, thorough)

Used with verbs:

"The company delayed the introduction of the new drug."
(delayed, accelerated, announced)

"He wrote an introduction to his collection of poems."
(wrote, included)

"Let's skip the introductions and get to work."
(skip, forget)

"He made a brief introduction before announcing his name."
(made, gave)

Used with prepositions:

"He mentioned his father in the introduction."
(in)

"The introduction to her latest book was touching."
(to)