starters

Example Sentences

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For starters, chasing the rally from here looks iffy.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

For starters, she would have to rent an apartment, which would probably eat up most of any Social Security benefits unless she had additional support.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Along with Tomas Soucek and Alphonse Areola, the man whose last-minute goal famously won the Conference League final, is one of only three starters from that night still at the club.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Behind double-digit scoring from all five starters, the Sparks had by far their best offensive showing of the season, shooting 63.8% during a 99-95 win over the expansion Toronto Tempo.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 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