opening

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As is traditional for high-profile debuts, executives were due to ring the opening bell to mark the start of the session -- in this case at New York's Times Square, home of the Nasdaq.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Azteca Stadium, as most people know it, is steeped in soccer history and is now the only venue to host three World Cup opening ceremonies.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

The tournament kicked off on Thursday night with the opening ceremony and first game between Mexico and and South Africa.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But when it came time to select a host for the official opening of the 2026 World Cup, there was only one right answer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Before we had time to ask any more questions, Mama stood up and started opening drawers, fetching crockery and serviettes.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler