for starters

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You would, for starters, need to take anywhere from $650,000 to $770,000 as you would need to pay income tax on those funds.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 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

It’s less stupid, for starters, and more diabolical.

From Slate • Jul. 22, 2025

“Mad Men” and “The Graduate,” just for starters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

A good scowl, that would do for starters.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli