for starters

phrase

: to begin with

Examples of for starters in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But when her character — saucy British writer Constance Clavinger — turns out to be a handful (getting drunk at the airport bar, for starters), Homer struggles to get her to the school on time. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

The Inian Islands, for starters, are one of the most biologically rich places on Earth, with Steller sea lions and bald eagles roaming about. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

All hands on deck Kevin Gausman understands the challenge for starters who get moved to the bullpen late in the season and postseason. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

That deal ultimately capped real growth in the extension market for starters with one year of service time. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for for starters

• carters
• charters
• garters
• martyrs
• tartars