OUTSETS Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

outsets

noun

plural of outset

as in beginnings

the point at which something begins I wish you'd mentioned this problem at the outset

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Recent Examples of outsets Edwards has been especially effective at the outsets of these early round series. — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026

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Noun

Great things grow from humble beginnings, which is how Goldburger went from a pop-up in 2018 to an LA staple with multiple locations in just a few years.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
In non-linear lyric forms, the following collections braid love’s ruthless endings with its tenderest beginnings.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of beginnings

Noun

Building these connections has to begin long before a fire starts, continue while the fire burns and endure long after the fire has ended.

— Matt Thompson, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
Some leading clubs in Europe had been linked with the Republic of Ireland Under-21 international, who has scored seven goals for the League of Ireland side this season, in 17 starts and 11 sub appearances.

— Paul Taylor, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of starts

Noun

In the past few years, Underwood has come to realize that a bunch of barking alphas may not, in fact, be the best way to build a successful pack.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
As a ballplayer, Kent was as irascible as Bonds; the two alphas reportedly brawled behind clubhouse doors, and famously clashed in the dugout during a 2002 game, when Bonds lunged for Kent’s throat and pushed him against the wall.

— Jeremy Collins, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025

Definition of alphas

Noun

Experts said the second earthquake began before the first had even ended, with the two onsets separated by just 39 seconds.

— Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 26 June 2026
Anxiety disorders can persist into adulthood, particularly those disorders with early onsets and those that are left untreated.

— Elana Bernstein, The Conversation, 13 May 2022

Definition of onsets

Noun

If the launch needs to be postponed, a planning advisory from the Federal Aviation Administration, which licenses commercial rocket launches, suggests another opportunity is available the following day.

— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026
Six different Falcon 9 first stages now have more than 30 launches and landings under their belt, led by Booster 1067, which has flown a whopping 37 times.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Sep. 2026

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