- present participle of start.
starting
Example Sentences
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“He’s the ace over there, and we’re ready to see him two times this series, regardless of whether he is starting or coming out of the bullpen,” Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
"One of the sisters encouraged Audrey to get involved with music and dance. That really was the starting point for the young Audrey Hepburn that she became," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Inherited property benefits from a step-up in cost basis—meaning the heir owes capital-gains taxes only on the growth of the property’s value starting on the time of the owner’s death.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
We used our names and news organization email addresses, following each state’s rules for starting private or microschools, a type of private school intended for just a few students.
From Salon ● Oct. 4, 2026
“So, starting tomorrow, I’ll find out as much as I can about all three,” I tell Rue.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
