starters

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For starters, she would have to rent an apartment, which would probably eat up most of any Social Security benefits unless she had additional support.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

For starters, the market doesn’t have to absorb $2 trillion.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

At one stage Foden and Palmer would be predicted to be starters, not even alternative options like Eze.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Behind double-digit scoring from all five starters, the Sparks had by far their best offensive showing of the season, shooting 63.8% during a 99-95 win over the expansion Toronto Tempo.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Permian scored again to make it 42—0, and some of the starters stood on the benches behind the sidelines, finally able to relax.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger