as in beginning
the point at which something begins
this seemed like a good program at its inception, but it isn't working out as planned
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Recent Examples of inception
The whiskies that make up the blend have matured under the watch of all five of the master blenders Royal Salute has had since its inception.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
Since its inception, the FCPA has obligated foreign companies listed in the United States to meet certain accounting requirements, such as maintaining accurate books and internal controls over transactions.
—Richard Nephew, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
However, there are still plenty of interesting storylines to keep an eye on, not least because there is an argument this season has been the league’s most competitive since its inception.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Since its inception, Audiochuck has steadily expanded its audio portfolio to over 20 weekly and seasonal shows.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2025
Since its inception, the FCPA has obligated foreign companies listed in the United States to meet certain accounting requirements, such as maintaining accurate books and internal controls over transactions.
—Richard Nephew, Foreign Affairs, 24 Feb. 2025
However, there are still plenty of interesting storylines to keep an eye on, not least because there is an argument this season has been the league’s most competitive since its inception.
—Elias Burke, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Since its inception, Audiochuck has steadily expanded its audio portfolio to over 20 weekly and seasonal shows.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inception
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At the beginning of the Olympics, for the U.S., there were no stakes.—
Ken Dryden,
The Atlantic,
23 Feb. 2025
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The Premier League also suspended its six-year deal with Match TV, a Russian broadcaster, that was due to start at the beginning of the 2022-23 season.—
Dan Sheldon,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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In 1979, Radner gave the commencement speech—fully in character as Roseanne Roseannadanna—to the graduating class at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, part of which wound up on her comedy album Gilda Radner: Live From New York, released that same year.—
Adrienne LaFrance,
The Atlantic,
15 Feb. 2025
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In 2019, at age 99, she was honored by Winston-Salem State and walked across the stage with the graduating class during a commencement ceremony.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2025
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After being promoted to Syracuse in the middle of May, Tidwell pitched to an ERA just under six and won one game — the last start of the year.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Jackson finished the season with 23 tackles and two pass breakups in nine games (three starts).—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Feb. 2025
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Late Tuesday, the Vatican said a chest CT scan showed the onset of bilateral pneumonia on top of asthmatic bronchitis, which is being treated with cortisone and antibiotics.—
NICOLE WINFIELD,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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For example, during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the online advertising industry faced significant uncertainty.—
Sasha Vyash,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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The launch of the lunar landing could come just more than a year after Intuitive Machines ushered in America's first return to the moon in more than 50 years.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Abbott Title: Executive Vice President & Group President, Medical Devices Industry: Healthcare Notable in 2024: Earnhardt oversaw the launch of Lingo, a wearable disease-prevention device that uses AI to track glucose levels and guide the user to healthier habits.—
Alexandra Ferreyros,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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That was the company line, that the Packers had four receivers who could be the alpha and that was more than enough for quarterback Jordan Love and company.—
Matt Schneidman,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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The formula features Virtue's signature alpha keratin protein, which staves off breakage, boosts volume, and moisturizes without weighing down hair.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Inception.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inception. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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