starter

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The first is that they serve a defined role in his intricately detailed offensive scheme—such as four-year starter Alex Karaban, whose shooting has already led to two UConn titles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He was a starter for much of his first two-plus seasons before being hampered by multiple injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

But Nico O'Reilly has taken the position after becoming a regular starter at Manchester City so he is my full-back for this team.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Today, a $900,000 starter home in her city on a $300,000 household income is 3x her and her husband’s combined annual income.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

The Captain yanked the starter cord two or three times and the motor finally coughed and then hummed.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson