rude introduction

Example Sentences

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It was Baltimore that gave Allen a rude introduction to the NFL in 2018, when the rookie took his first snaps in relief of the struggling Nathan Peterman.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2021

Although she later learned that he acted provocatively and spoke vulgarly to keep people off balance, it was a rude introduction to the player she once adored.

From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2010

“One thing in his favour,” suggested the young courtier, who notwithstanding the rude introduction, appeared to be favourably inclined towards the footpad.

From The White Gauntlet by Reid, Mayne