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Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, a five-star prospect in his first year as a starter, threw two interceptions and no touchdowns in a 16-point drubbing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026

Another starter, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, is the reigning World Series most valuable player.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026

And when I emailed a wedding photographer whose Instagram feed seemed perfectly curated to how I envision our special day, he quoted me $30,000 for a starter package.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026

After Manning’s debut as a full-time starter last season ended without a playoff appearance, the Longhorns shelled out more than $40 million in NIL spending on this year’s roster.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026

As the starter rose to speak, clearing his throat for effect, Pollard abruptly stood up.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

Redick said he was “still open to both” when asked if he could start Grimes and stagger his time with the starters on the bench.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

For starters, the plaintiff will need proof that the Students for Life leaders actually obtained or intended to obtain the pills.

From Slate ● Oct. 16, 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

Sunday's runs include a 10k and a half marathon, with Scotland's 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medallist Eilish McColgan and charity fundraiser Craig Ferguson the official starters.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

Dinner was prawn cocktails in wine glasses for starters, lamb chops with chef’s hats with duchesse potatoes and braised celery for main, and a Baked Alaska for "dessert," not "afters."

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell