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starters

NOUN
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Coaches know they can run their starters into the ground and still turn over half the team before the game is over.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

Well, for starters, they realised when they were in a rut and acted on it.

From BBC Jul. 7, 2026

It marks the first time since 1980 that the Dodgers have had four All-Star starters.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 5, 2026

Following the convincing 3-0 victory over Czechia while resting some starters, the atmosphere on the Mexican team has been very relaxed, with several videos showing the players joking around with each other.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

This year, they’d both be moving up to the varsity team since about half the starters from last year had graduated.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith




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