1
as in commences
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
she began walking to work for exercise
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2
as in starts
to come into existence
the storm began late in the day and lasted all night
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3
as in establishes
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 begins
The California State Fair begins Friday, July 11, and lasts until Sunday, July 27, with a different headliner performing each night.
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Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 24 Mar. 2025
The foundation of life begins with a single moving cell.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2025
Rodeo begins at 7pm and concert begins at 9pm.
—Nicole Cobler, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
The process usually begins with an investigation, followed by the introduction of articles of impeachment to the House Judiciary Committee.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
The team begins the new season at The K on Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2025
Most of this year’s top quarterback prospects will throw during pro day workouts this week, unofficially marking the last phase of the evaluation process before the NFL Draft begins on April 24.
—Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The week begins cloudy and warm.
—Garfield Hylton, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2025
The music begins before the joy is visible.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 24 Mar. 2025
The foundation of life begins with a single moving cell.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2025
Rodeo begins at 7pm and concert begins at 9pm.
—Nicole Cobler, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
The process usually begins with an investigation, followed by the introduction of articles of impeachment to the House Judiciary Committee.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
The team begins the new season at The K on Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 24 Mar. 2025
Most of this year’s top quarterback prospects will throw during pro day workouts this week, unofficially marking the last phase of the evaluation process before the NFL Draft begins on April 24.
—Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
The week begins cloudy and warm.
—Garfield Hylton, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Mar. 2025
The music begins before the joy is visible.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for begins
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Behavior Shapes Culture—From the Top Down Creating a culture of courage starts with behavior.—
ByMargie Warrell,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Pink Qatari Clay Heritage Ritual is an indulgent 90 minutes, and starts with a body exfoliation with a scrub made from aromatic resins, Epsom salts and frankincense.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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According to a group of former Rams players, McVay establishes clear expectations, communicates effectively, and cultivates a collaborative culture of success.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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By consistently delivering high-quality, actionable insights, the company establishes itself as a go-to resource for solving key industry challenges.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, the Mansfield Drive-in Theatre opens for the season Friday, April 4, according to a release.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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Evita opens at the London Palladium on June 14 and runs through September 6.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2025
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Bank of America initiates Aardvark Therapeutics as buy Bank of America says the biopharma company is best positioned.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
10 Mar. 2025
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The office typically initiates communication by letter, Settle said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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The confusion likely arises from the closure of 5 permanent remote hearing sites (PRSs)—single rooms within field sites used for hearings.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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The danger arises when a film is reliant on a single demo to succeed.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
21 Mar. 2025
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This will likely be the final week in which a Tapia de Veer composition introduces a new episode of The White Lotus, but who knows?—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
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The bill introduces a six-month timeline for environmental reviews of new energy projects, and an amendment clarified that the review period begins once a complete permit application is filed.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Redditors also pointed out that like his sister, the man appears to be doing nothing to stop his family's mistreatment of his wife.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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There appears to be considerable Republican support for the cuts.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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United in Love launches April 15.—
Martha Cheng Gisela Williams Melinda Fakuade Jinnie Lee,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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April 14, 2024 — Iran launches an unprecedented direct attack on Israel, firing over 300 missiles and attack drones.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Time,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Begins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/begins. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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