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
  • Family-sized salads and appetizers ($19-22) are also available.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The Great Room's menu is heavy on appetizers and small bites, while the formal Dining Room emphasizes British Columbian wines.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of appetizers
Noun
  • Come summer, The Lookup opens on the roof and the party moves upward, with cocktails shaken under the glitter of the Empire State Building.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The concept, seating 94 guests in banquettes, is designed as an evening destination combining dinner, cocktails and music.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of cocktails
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  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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
  • 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 foods

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“Starters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starters. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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