starting gate

Example Sentences

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Skiers stayed bundled in their parkas until the very last second they entered the starting gates.

From Washington Post

In the mixed team event, the men race first and then the women line up to start, with their starting gates dropping in accordance to how fast their partner finished the course.

From Washington Post

As it stands, none of his contenders will make the Derby starting gate.

From New York Times

In the starting gate Friday, she took a deep breath before launching herself out and downward.

From Washington Post

And yes, once in a while a luger misses the touchpad, leaving the next sledder stuck behind the starting gate.

From New York Times