starting line
Example Sentences
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Matthew Stafford, the reigning NFL most valuable player, was in a tower at the starting line.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
"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
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
At the starting line you’re amped, set, coiled.
From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen
