starters

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Aaron Ramsdale, Sven Botman, Joelinton and stand-in captain Jacob Murphy were the only starters over the age of 25, yet that was not the most striking aspect of this team selection.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

For starters, the minimum signals the firm’s positioning and branding as a “wealth management” practice.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Yes, Cronin isn’t the first coach to lose a star to the transfer portal, as Michigan became the first champion for which all five starters were transfers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

May brought in four of Michigan’s five starters from other schools.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

For starters, Edna is going to be someone’s buddy again, which is like pairing a baby mouse with a boa constrictor.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina