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introducing

v.
A1 Beginner US //ˌɪntɹəˈdusɪŋ// UK //ˌɪntɹədjˈuːsɪŋ// in·tro·duc·ing

v. to tell someone the name of a person they have not met before. You also use it when you present a new idea or product to the world for the first time.

v. to present a person to another by name, typically to establish a social connection. Also used to bring a new concept, product, or law into use or operation for the first time.


SIMPLE

I am introducing my new friend to the group today.

CONTEXTUAL

The company is introducing a new software update next week to fix several security bugs.

COMPLEX

By introducing the new legislation, the government hopes to address the systemic issues that have plagued the housing market for the last decade.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object; when used for people, it often takes the preposition 'to'.

Pitfall

I introduced him with my bossI introduced him to my bossThe verb 'introduce' takes the preposition 'to' when connecting two people, not 'with'.

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