starters
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In the first round of fixtures in the Scottish Premiership this season, 28% of the starters were born in Scotland.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
In 1934, when two undefeated teams, New York University and City College of New York, played, nine of the 10 starters were Jewish.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
For starters, a lot of thought and time probably went into that spreadsheet.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 24, 2026
“It certainly makes life easier for the team, the bullpen, if the starters are good,” said manager Dave Roberts during a conference call.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
Two assistant starters, almost certainly called in by War Admiral’s handlers, showed up to lead the horses to the walk-up.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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