starter

Example Sentences

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Dodgers starter Emmet Sheehan shared some words of encouragement with the catcher and patted him on the back.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

With Raphinha sidelined through injury, Rashford has stepped up as a starter when needed.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

“We’re building new homes that are starter homes at $355,000, and we’re calling that affordable,” said Tony Curtis of the Metropolitan Housing Coalition in Louisville.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Tables were covered with partially eaten starter salads and half-eaten bread rolls.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Cade’s nickname was Win-Win, but it had nothing to do with his record as a starter.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith