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
I felt totally spent—and I hadn’t even made it to the starting line yet.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
"My sense is that, if the new nuclear arms race hasn't already begun, then we're currently heading towards the starting line," said Rhys Crilley, who writes on the subject at the University of Glasgow.
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025
Mikey took his position on the starting line as Freddy rounded the final bend of the second lap and was about to take the straightaway.
From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds
