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introduce

Definition

  • verb: to make (someone) known to someone else by name
  • verb: to lead or bring in especially for the first time
  • often + 'to'
  • synonyms: insert, produce, induce

Examples

  • She helped to 'introduce' Americans 'to' European fashions. = She helped to 'introduce' European fashions 'to' America.

  • The new carpet 'introduces' some color into [=adds some color to] the living room.

  • The rivalry 'introduced' more drama to/into the competition.

Movie quotes

  • (..) The press conference. Yes. Clouseau, there is a press conference... ...in just a few minutes down the hall... ...to introduce you to the media. We'll meet you there. And, Clouseau? Yes? Good luck. Good luck to you. (..)
    2006 The Pink Panther