as in start
the point at which something begins
the actual beginning of the universe is still under debate, with some scientists continuing to uphold the big bang theory
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as in preparatory
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows
the beginning part of the book is a portrait of Europe on the eve of the World War I
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as in introductory
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
a course in beginning geology for nonscience majors
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as in commencing
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
she began walking to work for exercise
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as in starting
to come into existence
the storm began late in the day and lasted all night
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as in founding
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
the religious sect was begun by a small breakaway faction
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Recent Examples of beginning
Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 18 Mar. 2025
For example, in the experiment, oaths were more effective when they were placed at the end, just before participants reported their income, rather than at the very beginning of the game.
—Iese Business School, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
But fans had been mourning the loss of the cheeky, friendly kid from the beginning days of the band for years.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2024
Jon Marcus, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
Quarterfinal Preview Big Ten rematch The CFP quarterfinals will return to traditional bowl sites, beginning on New Year’s Eve.
—Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Knowles replaces consultant Katie Hamill, who came on as Ramos’ campaign manager at the beginning of this year.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 18 Mar. 2025
For example, in the experiment, oaths were more effective when they were placed at the end, just before participants reported their income, rather than at the very beginning of the game.
—Iese Business School, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Three ounces of seed will cover 400 square feet, a nice start to a beginning habitat garden.
—Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
But fans had been mourning the loss of the cheeky, friendly kid from the beginning days of the band for years.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2024
Verb
An analysis by the higher education consulting firm Ruffalo Noel Levitz, using the latest available census figures, now projects another drop in the number of 18-year-olds beginning in 2033, after a brief uptick.
—Jon Marcus, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
Quarterfinal Preview Big Ten rematch The CFP quarterfinals will return to traditional bowl sites, beginning on New Year’s Eve.
—Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginning
Noun
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Adrian Kempe scored for the Kings, and Darcy Kuemper — fresh off shutouts in his last two starts — had 19 saves and had his shutout streak end at 176:06.—
Austin Knoblauch,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2025
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About Riley Green Riley Green got his start playing in bars and restaurants around his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama—and lately he’s been performing in stadiums for tens of thousands.—
Sid Evans,
Southern Living,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This method can temporarily manage symptoms or serve as a preparatory step before a more comprehensive surgical procedure.11 2.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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But this time measures like the travel ban were replaced by more methodical reviews and preparatory actions that could serve as the precursors to such policies while putting them on more solid legal footing.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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One question from Wilson’s introductory press conference was a good snapshot into Mr. Unlimited.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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New Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs expressed his excitement about playing with quarterback Drake Maye in his introductory press conference Friday at Gillette Stadium.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The New Year is starting with a fresh warning for those who work with animals in Texas.—
Li Cohen,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2025
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Murphy is term-limited, so the open-seat contest has attracted a cornucopia of candidates, starting with a crowded field of Democratic aspirants.—
Geoffrey Skelley,
ABC News,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Abigail Stuart, founding partner of Day One Strategy, with 20+ years in brand and market research, drives innovation and champions AI.—
Abigail Stuart,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Inspired by real events, the film is described as an epic fable about the founding leader of the Shaker Movement.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
5 Jan. 2025
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According to Slate, it has rarely been invoked since its inception, and was last used during World War II to justify the detention in concentration camps of Japanese noncitizens.—
James Factora,
Them,
21 Mar. 2025
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Since its inception, Universal Standard, which is headquartered in Brooklyn, has fulfilled over one million orders.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Lansky has yet to enter a plea and will next appear in court for a preliminary hearing in April.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The ruling created a preliminary injunction in the case between the health system, which is Idaho’s largest, and Attorney General Raúl Labrador. Spokespersons for St. Luke’s and the Attorney General’s Office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The comptroller’s broader agenda also prioritizes universal afterschool programs in elementary and middle school, and improvements and the expansion of summer programs, such as Summer Rising and the Summer Youth Employment Program.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
21 Mar. 2025
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There are no plans to increase the student-teacher ratio at the elementary and intermediate schools.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Beginning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginning. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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