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Recent Examples of starter
The departure of two-year starter Hayden Hansen leaves UF with only two experienced scholarship tight ends, senior Tony Livingston and redshirt sophomore Amir Jackson, who decided not to enter the portal.
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
Husan Longstreet, a four-star recruit out of Corona Centennial, was the backup quarterback as a freshman this season behind starter Jayden Maiava.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
Returning starter Jayden Maiava, who led the Big Ten in passing yards last season (3,711) announced his intent last month to play another season at USC, as opposed to declaring for the NFL draft.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Hawkins caught on as a starter and hasn’t given up his post.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
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Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2026
Husan Longstreet, a four-star recruit out of Corona Centennial, was the backup quarterback as a freshman this season behind starter Jayden Maiava.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
Returning starter Jayden Maiava, who led the Big Ten in passing yards last season (3,711) announced his intent last month to play another season at USC, as opposed to declaring for the NFL draft.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Hawkins caught on as a starter and hasn’t given up his post.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for starter
Noun
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The crab rangoon added a satisfying crunch and works well as a sharable appetizer.—
Alexa Stone
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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Aside from beef brisket noodle soup, the restaurant makes its own buns and soup dumplings, rice dishes and appetizers like cucumber salad and chicken wings.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
9 Jan. 2026
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Keeping things cute and cozy, couples can book a Romantic Sunset Escapade or Sunset Cruise, complete with wine and antipasto.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2024
Noun
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This is a luxurious, Relais & Châteaux property where the swanky cocktail terrace, Espazio Oteiza, is one of my favorites for the jaw-dropping coastal views.—
Michelle Arellano Martin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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Hotel Nacional Special Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice, and shake good and hard for eight to 10 seconds.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Download the California Lottery mobile app to see winning numbers.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Offer good for in-restaurant orders only, not online or in the app; one order per qualifying guest.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The food bank provides food and other supplies for the pets of senior citizens, low-income families, people with disabilities or terminal illnesses, veterans, and homeless community members.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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When state media broadcasts funerals for fighters killed in Syria or Yemen while Iran’s hospitals lack basic supplies, the disconnect between rhetoric and reality becomes glaring.—
Kamran Talattof,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Study authors conclude that celery seed oil may be used as an alternative natural food preservative due to its beneficial properties.—
Regina C. Windsor,
Verywell Health,
18 Dec. 2025
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Celebrating the Season with Fresh Flavors Fresh Thyme Market is a natural foods store that can be visited year-round but is extra-special during the holiday seasons.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Use them for serving finger foods, grabbing items from a hot toaster, or serving on a buffet.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
21 Dec. 2025
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For example, a traditional caprese salad can be transformed into finger foods by alternating cherry tomatoes, chunks of mozzarella and leaves of basil on skewers.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
23 Nov. 2025
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However, lifestyle, age, and diet can all determine your natural stores of creatine.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
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Evidence is limited on how food or diet affects GERD symptoms, and available research is conflicting.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Starter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starter. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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