commencing
Example Sentences
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One kid kicked a football, commencing a mad scramble as a group of friends converged on the object of their delight.
From Los Angeles Times
The tournament will last more than a month, commencing on 11 June before coming to a conclusion in New Jersey on 19 July.
From BBC
Chief Executive James Litinsky said MP has key agreements with the Pentagon commencing in the current quarter, which is improving the company’s visibility into cash flow as it speeds up magnet production in the U.S.
Israel's Defense Forces have completed the first phase of their withdrawal from Gaza, commencing the 72-hour period for the hostages' release, a top White House envoy said Friday, citing the Pentagon.
From Barron's
The group for the tour of Australia, beginning in November, is due to be announced in the week commencing 22 September.
From BBC
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