starting time

noun

: the time when something begins
What is the movie's starting time?

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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 3 Aug. 2026.

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