as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
a series of counseling sessions intended to help young couples about to enter into the trials and tribulations of marriage
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enter (into or upon)
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What began as a performance became a collective release.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026 -
What began in Tehran late December in response to the collapse in currency and economic conditions quickly took on a political character -- with crowds on the streets openly calling for regime change.—
Somayeh Malekian,
ABC News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Brown started 2-for-11 from the field before closing the half with a 3-pointer and a driving layup — his first field-goal attempt of the game from inside 9 feet.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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Just as the capital started to recover from the damage and heat began to return to people’s homes, Russia launched its largest strike of the year so far, firing more than 30 missiles and 339 drones overnight into Tuesday.—
Svitlana Vlasova,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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In his late 20s at the time, Murdoch was commencing a staggering hot streak that would last roughly a decade.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Pitchfork,
22 Jan. 2026
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Dinner commences in a cool and calm underground lounge before moving upstairs to another intimate locale.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors said Greenlee used her position to steal from the Morgan Hill business’s bank account, writing fraudulent checks and opening two credit cards in her name.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
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The Clippers responded with a 10-0 run to open a 103-91 lead as Doncic went silent, finishing the night with just three points in the final quarter.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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People are there getting off the bus and waiting for a train.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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The alleged victim is glad to avoid a trial but doesn’t love the idea of Barnett getting off with a plea deal, a source close to her told TMZ.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Amazon began launching its internet constellation in 2025.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The Venezuelan government was launching a plan to increase by 40% production.—
Scott Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Enter (into or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enter%20%28into%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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