as in start
the point at which something begins
the actual beginning of the universe is still under debate, with some scientists continuing to uphold the big bang theory
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as in preparatory
coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows
the beginning part of the book is a portrait of Europe on the eve of the World War I
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as in introductory
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
a course in beginning geology for nonscience majors
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as in commencing
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
she began walking to work for exercise
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as in starting
to come into existence
the storm began late in the day and lasted all night
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as in founding
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
the religious sect was begun by a small breakaway faction
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Recent Examples of beginning
Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
Geiger has been connected to the case since its beginning, even holding Rylo’s hand in the hospital.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
This is a far cry from the beginning days of their relationship in 2016, when Justin was fresh off his number one album Purpose, which would go on to be certified six times platinum and be nominated for four Grammys.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 21 May 2025
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
Shakur, who was also known as Joanne Chesimard, had been granted political asylum by Castro in 1984 after she was convicted in 1977 of gunning down a New Jersey State trooper and then escaped from prison two years later, beginning her life on the run.
—Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The beginning of the season is off to an unsettled start as Middle Tennessee is forecasted to experience several days of potentially severe weather, including damaging winds and heavy downpours.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
Geiger has been connected to the case since its beginning, even holding Rylo’s hand in the hospital.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
While the Finicky Table is still in the very beginning stages of development, Gaddy is excited to create a place where guests can come together and create their own food memories.
—Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025
This is a far cry from the beginning days of their relationship in 2016, when Justin was fresh off his number one album Purpose, which would go on to be certified six times platinum and be nominated for four Grammys.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 21 May 2025
Verb
His hold on a roster spot appeared tenuous throughout the offseason due to the number of guards the Hornets acquired, beginning with trading for Collin Sexton and re-signing Tre Mann in free agency.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025
Shakur, who was also known as Joanne Chesimard, had been granted political asylum by Castro in 1984 after she was convicted in 1977 of gunning down a New Jersey State trooper and then escaped from prison two years later, beginning her life on the run.
—Patrick Oppmann, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for beginning
Noun
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Right here, maybe, is the residue of coming back from rough starts the last two years.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
23 Sep. 2025
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After a rough 0-2 start to the season, Andy Reid and company badly need to figure out how to get in the win column.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These preparatory movements then become habits that are carried out in a weaker form even when the action is suppressed.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Sep. 2025
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Ursuline Academy advertises itself as an all-girls Catholic college preparatory high school founded in 1896.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Students who take these introductory courses may go on to join the workforce or continue in their education to a bachelor’s or advanced degree.—
Gwendolyn Rak,
IEEE Spectrum,
25 Sep. 2025
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Sign up today with coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 30% off the regular course price of $127 (plus tax).—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The rebate checks were issued for three consecutive years, commencing in 1999.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Subsequently, Liddell highlights the importance of entrepreneurs commencing their journey with clear goals in place.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In 2020, during COVID-19 shutdowns, English didn’t have the schedule conflicts that once hindered him from starting his own coffee business.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Bloomberg previously reported that each season of the show will be based on a single book, starting with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and ending with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Denver has already landed its first founding partner, CommonSpirit Health, which also secured naming rights for the club’s performance center.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Wilson, for instance, entered politics by founding Seattle’s Transit Riders Union, which won free bus rides for young people across the city.—
Bill McKibben,
New Yorker,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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April's Baker evolved into a sister-run business after its inception six years ago.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
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This will be the first time since the event's inception in 1927 that players will receive payments for their participation in the Ryder Cup.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In its preliminary report, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed the airport had experienced over 15,000 near misses between October 2021 and December 2024 involving helicopters and commercial airplanes.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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However, preliminary plans included in meeting packet include three buildings, a power station, several stormwater retention ponds and transmission line corridors.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Beginning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beginning. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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