starters

noun

plural of starter
as in appetizers

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Recent Examples of starters But this is the first time all three were voted as starters, with Boston also getting that honor in 2023 and 2025, while Clark has been a starter the last two years. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 With most starters sitting out the preseason opener and Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel dealing with hamstring injuries, Stefanski turned to Sanders as the starter and primary option Friday night. — Zac Jackson, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for starters
  1. appetizers
  2. cocktails
  3. apps
  4. supplies
  5. natural foods
  6. finger foods
Noun
  • This adorable serving bowl is a fun way to serve Halloween appetizers at your next party.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The 18-course journey begins with a few creative appetizers—including tilefish with crispy fried scales, a house specialty—then returns to more traditional sushi, where rare and special cuts of fish take center stage.
    — Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of appetizers
Noun
  • The Trade Room bar mixes mid-century modern and Art Deco styles, and the bartenders whip up craft cocktails with skill and aplomb.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • The Shangri-La Paris played host to an evening of conversations, cocktails and dinner celebrating the launch.
    — Vogue Business, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of cocktails
Noun
  • Why singles are ditching dating apps Dating app fatigue is measurable.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
  • Similarly, nudifying apps that manage to skirt reviews and appear in Google and Apple app stores despite violating terms could draw legal attention.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 1 May 2026
Definition of apps
Noun
  • Russia extended its own diesel export ban for at least another month, while China suspended fuel exports for October, a move that will further squeeze global energy supplies.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • About 7% of global energy supplies and around 12% to 15% of all global shipping transit the strait.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplies
Noun
  • It’s recommended to get magnesium through natural foods instead of supplements because natural food provides additional nutrients, including fiber, with numerous health benefits.
    — Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026
Definition of natural foods
Noun
  • Use it as a candy bowl or for snacks like puppy chow, cookies, and other finger foods to add a decorative touch to your countertop spread, then cover it with the lid to store any extras.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The best wine for tailgating is often a crisp, dry rosé because of its versatility, refreshing acidity and ability to pair with a wide range of football season’s favorite finger foods.
    — Katie Kelly Bell, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of finger foods

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“Starters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starters. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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