starting time

noun

: the time when something begins
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The highest risk area does shift to southern parts of the state and a slightly earlier possible starting time, the forecaster said. — Remington Miller, Arkansas Online, 5 May 2026 Junior guard Caden Harris had 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists and four steals and drew parallels between his strong game and noon starting time. — Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026 The future defensive line could feature Keeanu Benton and Harmon, with Benny/Black fighting for starting time. — Mike Defabo, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026 There are three preseason games in which to offer Cousins some quality starting time. — James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025 Miss Manners suggests aiming for 45 minutes after your stated starting time for the party. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 28 July 2025 Check the Miami Dolphins training camp page for updates on changes to starting time or weather delays or cancellations. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2025

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“Starting time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/starting%20time. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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