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[stahrt] / stɑrt /


NOUN
sudden involuntary movement of the body
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“I do believe we can be champions. We have to start keeping that in mind and believe that it’s possible. Not everyone can boast that they played in a World Cup on home soil.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Microfinance, loans issued in communities not served by traditional banks, would help poor people in developing countries start businesses and work their way toward prosperity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“They have agreed to that. All they have to do is start signing a paper. Its fully negotiated.”

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Although it's an early start, the 23-year-old has already been working.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

We start the interview, and the more we talk, the easier it gets.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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