Beginning

usgb/bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/
noun

The point or time at which something starts.

The show was interesting from the beginning to the end
Visual representation of "beginning" - The point or time at which something starts

Often appears as...

  • from the beginning
  • in the beginning
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Visual representation of "beginning"
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Temporal Context

Use 'beginning' to mark the exact moment or period when something starts, often implying newness.

Illustration for Temporal Context
Our friendship had its beginning in high school.
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Storytelling Element

'Beginning' sets the scene in stories, indicating where the narrative or action kicks off.

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In the beginning of the tale, the forest was peaceful.
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Precision of Time

Emphasize the start of a time frame by specifying the event with 'the beginning of'.

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She joined the club at the beginning of the year.
Visual representation of the word "Beginning"

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