starter

noun

Definition of starternext
as in appetizer

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Recent Examples of starter There may not be a more under-the-radar Vikings starter than Rodriguez, who was the starting nose tackle throughout training camp. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 In each of those three years, the backup eventually became the starter due to injuries. — Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Aug. 2026 But that didn’t stop the Dolphins from releasing Dodson, a 2025 starter, clearing the way for Rodriguez to become a rookie starter. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026 Clay Holmes pitched six scoreless innings for the Cubs, who launched five homers off Milwaukee starter Kyle Harrison in the first four innings and three more against position player Andrew Vaughn late in the game. — ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for starter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for starter
  1. appetizer
  2. antipasto
  3. cocktail
  4. app
  5. supplies
  6. natural food
  7. finger food
  8. diet
Noun
  • After a nice appetizer over the weekend courtesy of week zero, the action ramps up in earnest with a full slate of games going all the way through Labor Day.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Plates of Portuguese food were served throughout the weekend, with appetizers particularly traditional.
    — Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of appetizer
Noun
  • This antipasto meets salad is what summer dinner party dreams are made of.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
  • The market can accommodate pretty much any Italian food craving, offering everything from antipasto to Zeppole di San Giuseppe (a seasonal specialty dessert).
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2026
Definition of antipasto
Noun
  • That obviously makes Labor Day a particularly good excuse to mix a cocktail that squeezes a little more out of summer.
    — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In April, a man threw a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of cocktail
Noun
  • Once at the station, the Plug & Charge feature of the Volkswagen app starts the charging immediately and automatically once the cable is connected, no need to enter any additional info.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The couple met on a dating app in 2018, and the couple got serious fast.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of app
Noun
  • The war, now stretching into its seventh month, has disrupted global energy supplies and sent shockwaves through global financial markets.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The 10-foot-tall model is available, while supplies last for $199 on the Samuel Adams website.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplies
Noun
  • Avoid camping near dense cover and natural food sources for bears and be sure to secure any food in bear-resistant containers.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The incident comes as Colorado experiences a sharp increase in bear activity fueled by poor natural food conditions, prompting officials to urge people to take extra precautions during the busy late-summer season.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of natural food
Noun
  • 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
  • An outdoor Fourth of July celebration calls for finger foods for all ages to enjoy.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Definition of finger food
Noun
  • Brown is the gold standard, but green, red, black, yellow or white stool can each hint at diet, medications or underlying issues affecting gut health.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • For cats that need a larger calorie reduction, Yeo said a veterinary weight-management diet may be safer than simply serving much less of their usual food because it is formulated to provide adequate nutrients with fewer calories.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of diet

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