at the beginning

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One possibility, they proposed, was the influence of age beliefs held at the beginning of the study.

From Science Daily • Jun. 21, 2026

"Economic growth continues at a moderate pace after a temporary decline at the beginning of the year," the bank said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

Mr. Warsh is only at the beginning of the beginning of his tenure, and many challenges lie ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

In 2020, Collins emphasized during her campaign that she was in line to be the next chair of the Appropriations Committee, a title she assumed at the beginning of 2025.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

I once found a booger on there at the beginning of this class, so someone else who sits here before me is known to wipe boogers.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell