begin, commence, start, initiate, inaugurate, usher in mean to take the first step in a course, process, or operation. begin, start, and commence are often interchangeable.

Nov 23, 2018 · Chen's looking forward to starting his job next week. OR. Chen's looking forward to start his job next week. "To starting" is correct in that context. We would say 'Chen's expecting to start his …

This British colloquialism apparently had the earlier sense of bracing one-self for an effort, probably in reference to the way runners pull up their socks before starting off on a race.

START meaning: 1. to begin doing something: 2. If a business or other organization starts, or if someone starts…. Learn more.

The shadow of an exit of Greece from the euro zone takes on ever clearer shape, repeated apparently final attempts to reach a deal are starting to make the whole process look ridiculous.

adjective appropriate to the beginning or start of an event “the starting point” “hands in the starting position” synonyms: opening first or beginning

the position or advantage of one who starts first: The youngest child should have the start over the rest. a chance, opportunity, aid, or encouragement given to one starting on a course or career: The bride's …

"Who started this company?"; "I start my day with a good breakfast "; "The blood shed started when the partisans launched a surprise attack "; "Who started up this company?";

"Who started this company?"; "I start my day with a good breakfast "; "The blood shed started when the partisans launched a surprise attack "; "Who started up this company?";

Aug 24, 2025 · Noun starting (plural startings) The act of something that starts. constant startings and stoppings