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Example Sentences

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The Bruins dominated from the outset, holding Texas to a season-low six points in the first quarter as the Longhorns made just three shots.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

It said its rolling daily communications on the Kent outbreak were also "very clear from the outset".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

From the outset, the justices gave Trump’s solicitor general, John Sauer, a frosty reception.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

It’s clear from the outset that Mr. Clark’s sympathies lie with the two preachers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Though she was calm at the outset of our interview, she became increasingly emotional as she started detailing the events surrounding he case.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson