for starters

Example Sentences

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Well, for starters, the stock had jumped nearly 14% in regular trading today following AMD’s results.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Woods called for changes to Venezuela’s laws governing oil and gas, for starters, although he said that Exxon could have a team of experts assessing the situation within weeks.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

He also said that increasing eligibility starting at age 50 is not very scientific; for starters, it’s unfair to 49-year-olds.

From Salon • Nov. 2, 2025

Rashford knows Tuchel has faith in his ability - he is selecting him for starters - but the warning is clear.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

She was still a prisoner, for starters, with Minya’s army preventing her from leaving her room.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor