starting gate

Example Sentences

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In challenging conditions, with a lower starting gate due to poor weather and visibility, in the number six bib, Vonn was on form from start to finish.

From Barron's

“The year-end rally is still at the starting gate,” he said.

From Barron's

But when they get to the starting gate, says Dylan, “she’s just the competition that I have to beat.”

From The Wall Street Journal

In fact, only 20 of them make the starting gate and you only get one chance — when they are a 3-year-old.

From Los Angeles Times

Citizen Bull will have enough points to make the starting gate, while Barnes, a $3.2-million purchase, will be left at home.

From Los Angeles Times