starter

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Trainer Michael McCarthy didn’t have a starter in the Santa Anita Derby, one year after winning the race with Journalism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The first is that they serve a defined role in his intricately detailed offensive scheme—such as four-year starter Alex Karaban, whose shooting has already led to two UConn titles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Who is a certain starter at the World Cup?

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Mr. Woods was all everyone was talking about, from the cashier in the pro shop to the starter on the first hole and the other members of my foursome.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When he crawled into the boat, he gave the starter rope a sharp pull and the engine roared to life.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen