starting line
Example Sentences
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"We are now standing on the starting line of our gigantic struggle for another year, aimed at transforming the regions," Kim said.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
Besides Herbert, members of the Chargers offense who didn’t play included receivers Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston, and the entire starting line.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2026
"At the moment, I'd say we're only at the beginning. It feels like we've just reached the starting line."
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025
He topped out at 50-pounds, then refused to budge from the starting line.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025
At the starting line you’re amped, set, coiled.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
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