starter

noun

Definition of starternext
as in appetizer

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Recent Examples of starter Angels starter Walbert Ureña gave up three runs and five hits in 3 2/3 innings, striking out three and walking five. — Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 If, by some chance, Barnett goes down, the Knights added several viable backups led by Keyone Jenkins, a multi-year starter at FIU. — Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026 Every starter reached base; the Blue Jays used five pitchers. — Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026 Love played just 147 snaps in 2023, peaking against Oregon State in the Sun Bowl after starter Audric Estime opted out. — Pete Sampson, New York Times, 26 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
  • Family-sized salads and appetizers ($19-22) are also available.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2026
  • This iconic appetizer is synonymous with game day in the South.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 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
  • Guidance includes carrying ample water and supplies, checking road and weather conditions in advance and taking an alternative means of communication, such as a satellite communicator or emergency beacon.
    — Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • It is generally recommended to stock up on supplies that will last you anywhere between three days and a week.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 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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“Starter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starter. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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