introductorily

in·tro·duc·to·ry

(ĭn′trə-dŭk′tə-rē)

adj.

Of, relating to, or constituting an introduction; initial or preparatory: introductory remarks by a speaker; an introductory psychology course. See Synonyms at preliminary.

in′tro·duc′to·ri·ly adv.

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References in periodicals archive

As introductorily stated, there is no one way to best select judges.

Rethinking judicial nominating commissions: independence, accountability, and public support

Introductorily, however, the Report highlights the persistent problem of worldwide unemployment and underemployment, a problem that afflicts one-third of the world's labor force of 3 billion men and women.

New economy employment

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