starting gate
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Street was at the starting gate of the Olimpia delle Tofane course for Sunday’s coverage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2026
"Standing in the starting gate yesterday was an incredible feeling that I will never forget. Knowing I stood there having a chance to win was a victory in and of itself."
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
Vonn crashed just 13 seconds after leaving the starting gate, losing control and falling hard on the course.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
In challenging conditions, with a lower starting gate due to poor weather and visibility, in the number six bib, Vonn was on form from start to finish.
From Barron's ● Jan. 10, 2026
At the murky press of daybreak on May 20, Pollard took Seabiscuit to the track, jogged him around to warm up, then walked him to the training track and into the starting gate.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
