commencing
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There would be an annual championship game between the two leagues, commencing at the end of the 1966 season, and both leagues would hold a common draft of college players, effectively ending a bidding war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Reports indicate SpaceX is targeting a June listing with trading commencing shortly after.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Also, it’s commencing a structurally stronger earnings cycle, with margin expansion expected to be aided by drivers including higher contribution from complex and differentiated formulations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
It started with a July slump that was as stunning as it was unforeseen, with the Dodgers averaging just 3.36 runs in a 25-game stretch commencing with Independence Day.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025
“Mister Devine,” the governor said, abruptly rising from the stool and commencing to pace deliberately up and down the center of the room.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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