BEGINNINGS Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

beginnings

noun

plural of beginning

as in starts

the point at which something begins the actual beginning of the universe is still under debate, with some scientists continuing to uphold the big bang theory

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Recent Examples of beginnings Nubar is a Kurdish word symbolizing a fresh start and new beginnings, just like Mustafa's. — Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 One man who always has a lot to say is Josh Pate, the college football commentator who started from humble beginnings and is now one of the foremost voices in the sport. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026 Inspired by the Spanish luxury house’s own beginnings as an artisanal workshop, the award intends to recognize excellence and innovation in craft in all its forms. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026 And Royal Enfield, which is now one of the most recognizable brands on the planet, has had an even longer, stranger journey from its British beginnings to becoming an Indian motorcycle powerhouse. — New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026 Richard Cooke digs into Wikipedia’s beginnings and inner workings, and makes the case for its vast import—likely greater than even its dedicated users appreciate. — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026 The work this time comes from having not only more time to make it but also a different environment altogether, spurred in part by the pandemic, which afforded Mastrangelo a moment to pause and reflect on his beginnings as a designer. — Adrian Madlener, Curbed, 30 Sep. 2026 The joint, which makes AI tools developed by and intended for filmmakers from essentially open source beginnings, saw its staff of less than 20 absorbed into the streamer and Affleck on board as an advisor. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026 All the joy and buzzing activity arose from humble beginnings. — Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Before any physical fabrication starts, cell engineers use virtualization throughout the process.

— John Voelcker, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2026
With both teams off to strong starts, Tuesday’s contest presents the Panthers with an opportunity to close the gap and establish themselves as legitimate contenders in the conference title race.

— Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of starts

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

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All four films contend with the tech alphas trying to remake our lives in their image.

— Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
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

Definition of alphas

Noun

The United States still conducts more than twice as many launches and has more satellites in orbit than any other country.

— Kathleen Curlee, Foreign Affairs, 14 Oct. 2026
Starlink disruptions Zelenskyy also said that for the second time this week, Ukraine received no advance warning about Russian ballistic missile launches.

— Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

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