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started

Pronunciation: [[ˈstɑɹɾɪd]]

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started: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use started in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “beginning an action”

(verb) to begin doing something or to set something in motion. This is when you first start a task or activity.

Example

She started her homework as soon as she got home from school.

Example

He never started his project, so it was never completed.

Example

When did you start working on your presentation?

Context: “initiating an event”

(verb) to cause an event to happen or to kick off an activity. This is when you are the reason something begins.

Example

The bell started ringing, signaling the end of the class.

Example

Her late arrival started the meeting later than planned.

Example

What started the argument between the two friends?

How to pronounce started

Pronunciation: [[ˈstɑɹɾɪd]]

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