starter

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Sophie Ecclestone, fitness permitting, still appears a guaranteed starter in England's World Cup XI but who will join her in the spin attack?

From BBC • May 20, 2026

If he put forth that effort in every game he could be an NBA starter, and maybe an All-Star, despite the fact his offensive game is limited to lobs and put-backs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

With Raphinha sidelined through injury, Rashford has stepped up as a starter when needed.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

“We’re building new homes that are starter homes at $355,000, and we’re calling that affordable,” said Tony Curtis of the Metropolitan Housing Coalition in Louisville.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

He was still angry over Pimlico starter Jim Milton’s use of tongs on War Admiral the year before, and he was sticking to his vow never to run a horse at the track again.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand