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to make (one person) known (to another) socially a friend introduced him to the woman who later became his wife

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How does the verb introduce contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of introduce are insert, insinuate, intercalate, interject, interpolate, and interpose. While all these words mean "to put between or among others," introduce is a general term for bringing or placing a thing or person into a group or body already in existence.

introduced a new topic into the conversation

When can insert be used instead of introduce?

The words insert and introduce can be used in similar contexts, but insert implies putting into a fixed or open space between or among.

inserted a clause in the contract

When is it sensible to use insinuate instead of introduce?

The synonyms insinuate and introduce are sometimes interchangeable, but insinuate implies introducing gradually or by gentle pressure.

insinuated himself into the group

When would intercalate be a good substitute for introduce?

While in some cases nearly identical to introduce, intercalate suggests an intrusive inserting of something in an existing series or sequence.

new chapters intercalated with the old

In what contexts can interject take the place of introduce?

While the synonyms interject and introduce are close in meaning, interject implies an abrupt or forced introduction.

interjected a question

When might interpolate be a better fit than introduce?

The words interpolate and introduce are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, interpolate applies to the inserting of something extraneous or spurious.

interpolated her own comments into the report

When could interpose be used to replace introduce?

Although the words interpose and introduce have much in common, interpose suggests inserting an obstruction or cause of delay.

interpose barriers to communication

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of introduce Google has introduced secure passkey sign-in access across devices and includes safe browsing protections for Chrome users. Davey Winder, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 And as industries are constantly evolving, events must constantly introduce fresh insights, ideas and innovations to its regular mix. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024 At the same time, both candidates have sought to curry favor with some groups of voters by promising specific tax cuts and credits, such as Harris' plan to introduce a $6,000 Child Tax Credit for parents of newborns. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024 One rule introduced at the end of the show’s third season is that an energy vampire’s life cycle spans exactly 100 years. Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for introduce 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introduce
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  • But ditto for Bad Bunny, Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and Harrison Ford, who recorded a video, warning voters about the grave threat Trump presented to democracy.
    Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • After all, this son of ornery Nevada ranching patriarch and fellow armed stand-off artist Cliven Bundy applied, while on trial in Oregon, for the right of he and his posse to present from their cells in culturally and personally appropriate clothing.
    Matt Thompson, SPIN, 5 Nov. 2024
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  • Loading your audio article California air quality regulators late Friday approved a plan to strengthen limits on the planet-warming emissions from gasoline and diesel fuels, a move expected to raise gas prices while bringing public health benefits.
    Grant Stringer, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The company has established an at-the-market equity program to sell up to US$250 million of common shares, raising gross proceeds of $138,476,000 during the six months ended September 30, 2024.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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  • Oakland voters also appeared to be giving the green light to Measure MM, which would establish a $99 annual parcel tax in the Oakland Hills to reduce wildfire risk by thinning brush and trees, increasing fire patrols and using goats to graze overgrown areas.
    Paul Rogers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • The Founding Fathers established the Electoral College in the Constitution as a compromise between the proposal of electing a president by a vote in Congress and electing the president by a popular vote.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr., The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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  • Lara wrote that football players were aware of the district’s policy because all students have been educated about hate speech.
    Krissy Waite, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • While staff shortages pose an enormous challenge, school districts remain legally obligated–regardless of resources—to educate students with disabilities.
    Emily Harvey, The Denver Post, 5 Nov. 2024
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  • However, inserting these chloroplasts into animal cells is a lot easier said that done.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
  • In some counties, voters insert their ballots into on-site tabulators at in-person voting locations.
    Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
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  • The new families, arriving in long columns of vans, coaches and trucks escorted by police cars, were greeted by red banners and traditional Tibetan dances, social media footage shows.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In video footage shared on X, Swift was seen waving and blowing kisses to game attendees, who turned around to greet her in her private suite at Missouri's Arrowhead Stadium.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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  • Skidmore College psychologist Sheldon Solomon discusses Ernest Becker’s ‘The Denial of Death’ and terror management theory in the context of humanity’s history of brutal behavior.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Webster Financial Corporation's report discusses various financial metrics, including a return on average assets of 1.01% and a return on average tangible common stockholders' equity of 14.29%.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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  • While patrolling the area, officers found the SUV and initiated a pursuit.
    Jason Green, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • One clip of the interaction showed the fan initiating the back and forth followed by Kelce grabbing the man’s phone and throwing it to the ground.
    Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 5 Nov. 2024

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“Introduce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introduce. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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