begin, commence, start, initiate, inaugurate, usher in mean to take the first step in a course, process, or operation. begin, start, and commence are often interchangeable. begin, opposed …

When do you start your course / your new job? We'll be starting (the session) at six o'clock. Can you start (= begin a new job) on Monday? [ + -ing verb ] They started build ing the house in …

to appear or come suddenly into action, life, view, etc.; rise or issue suddenly forth. to spring, move, or dart suddenly from a position or place. The rabbit started from the bush. to be among …

Here are some possible ways of starting a conversation or getting the audience's attention before a talk or speech: I didn’t start worrying/ to worry until she was 2 hours late. She started work in …

This British colloquialism apparently had the earlier sense of bracing one-self for an effort, probably in reference to the way runners pull up their socks before starting off on a race. Or …

a place where, or a time when, a beginning is made, as in a race; starting point ahead from the start

to begin or set out, as on a journey or activity. rise or issue suddenly forth. to spring, move, or dart suddenly from a position or place: The rabbit started from the bush. to be among the entrants …

As a verb, start means to begin an activity or event. Some people turn to the last page of a book before they even start it, so they'll be prepared for the ending. Start can also mean to move …

• He looked very well and was full of talk of making his way in the world and starting a business some day. • They reached their goal by starting a business that had no income ceiling, no …

Apr 23, 2024 · "Start" primarily functions as a verb denoting the act of beginning something, while "starting" is the gerund or present participle form, used to describe the action of beginning or …