starters

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Aaron Ramsdale, Sven Botman, Joelinton and stand-in captain Jacob Murphy were the only starters over the age of 25, yet that was not the most striking aspect of this team selection.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Now with James out, the Lakers will be down four of their five regular starters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

May brought in four of Michigan’s five starters from other schools.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

For starters, demand for the SpaceX IPO is, well, sky high.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Permian scored again to make it 42—0, and some of the starters stood on the benches behind the sidelines, finally able to relax.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger