start something

Example Sentences

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"People don't dare to start something because it's expensive, and a lot of banks are reluctant to loan money to set up a proper business," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

"I just thought 'This is ridiculous, and as soon as Covid is over, I'm going to start something where I can start sharing my baby's clothes'."

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

“It was a freedom in a way to start something new,” says Linda of that terrible yet transformative time.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

He'll start something and then he'll be like, "Oh, I wish you had been a part of it."

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2024

“I can’t wait to test this out next time some animal tries to start something with me. I’ll be all, Not today, Fisher Cat!”

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz