starter

Example Sentences

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She could jump in off the bench and make some serious shots, developing into a starter pretty quickly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Trainer Michael McCarthy didn’t have a starter in the Santa Anita Derby, one year after winning the race with Journalism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The first is that they serve a defined role in his intricately detailed offensive scheme—such as four-year starter Alex Karaban, whose shooting has already led to two UConn titles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Who is a certain starter at the World Cup?

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Edwin said, giving the starter rope a sharp pull.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen