the start

noun

: the place where a race begins
The runners lined up at the start.

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To maximize the value of a long-term influencer collaboration, brands must establish clear expectations from the start. Kelly Ehlers, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025 Before Farke settled into his preferred XI at the start of the winter, there was a period where the 21-year-old Italian looked like a makeshift solution playing behind striker Joel Piroe as a No 10. Beren Cross, The Athletic, 19 Mar. 2025 At the time of the PEOPLE interview, Anjelica was preparing for her consecutive attempt at securing a spot on the Jacksonville Roar, with auditions officially kicking off at the start of April and involving several rounds. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025 Having both healthy at the start of next season is paramount for the franchise. Ramon Padilla, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the start

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“The start.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20start. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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