starting time

noun

: the time when something begins
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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 Frost and dew and moisture, oh my: Autumn in New England can mean somewhat damp mornings and that can impact everything from your starting time to your play conditions. Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025 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 Shortly after the scheduled starting time, the YOASOBI logo appeared on the massive LED screen at the back of the stage, accompanied by a 10 second countdown. Billboard Japan, Billboard, 2 Dec. 2024 Please begin dialing 10 minutes before the scheduled starting time. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2024 The concert will have a 7:30 p.m. starting time. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2023

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“Starting time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/starting%20time. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.

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