as in began
to take the first step in (a process or course of action) before you actually strike into your speech, you should introduce yourself
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Safonov, who began his football career in Krasnodar’s academy aged 12, is not your typical footballer.—
Tom Burrows, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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China’s metals industry began this year with its biggest profits in at least a decade as soaring prices for aluminum and copper handed the sector a major boost.— Bloomberg, Bloomberg, 27 Apr. 2026
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Her teammates intercepted her and commenced a celebration that finally elicited a Nelson smile.— Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
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While most were silent, the few who traded muted pleasantries hushed as the homeowners of the Silver Court Trailer Park commenced their meeting.— Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
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Carolyn Hax started her Washington Post advice column in 1997, after five years on the Style desk and none as a therapist.— Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 15 May 2026
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Then the Spurs started the third quarter half on a 13-0 run and erased that lead before the end of the quarter.— Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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The Eagles opened the draft with two fourth-round picks.— Zach Berman, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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His office opened an investigation into the county assessment department in July 2023, according to the report.— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2026
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Machado, taking advantage of Mexico City’s altitude, launched his third and fourth home runs of the season.— Dennis Lin, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
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Israel’s military said Hezbollah launched two rockets toward northern Israel, adding that one was intercepted.— Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
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“Struck (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/struck%20%28into%29. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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