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Verbs of Course of Events - Verbs for Beginning

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to beginning such as "start", "launch", and "embark".

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Categorized English Verbs Denoting Course of Events
to begin
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to do or experience the first part of something

Ex: The teacher asked the students to begin working on their assignments .
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to start
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to begin something new and continue doing it, feeling it, etc.

Ex: The restaurant started offering a new menu item that became popular .
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to begin to act, happen, etc. in a particular manner

Ex: The book starts off with a mysterious prologue that sets the tone for the story .
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to begin doing something in a manner that is sudden and unexpected

Ex: After a few minutes of waiting , the movie finally came on.
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to set in
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to occur, often referring to something unwelcome

Ex: As dusk set in, the street lights began to glow .
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(of an infectious disease) to start and spread within a community

Ex: The infected person inadvertently broke out the virus in the crowded gathering .
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to launch
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to start an organized activity or operation

Ex: He has launched several successful businesses in the past .
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to officially introduce or launch a new product, service, or system

Ex: They are rolling out a new internet service in our area .
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to embark
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to start or initiate something, such as a new project or venture

Ex: They decided to embark on a new business venture to expand their product line.
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to begin a process or course of action

Ex: We need your approval to proceed with the project .
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to start happening or being

Ex: The meeting commenced with the chairman 's opening remarks .
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to found
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to create or establish an organization or place, especially by providing the finances

Ex: They found a research institute dedicated to environmental conservation .
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to begin or initiate something, such as an event, process, or activity

Ex: They introduced the ceremony with a traditional prayer .
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to be the first one to do, use, invent, or discover something

Ex: They have pioneered several breakthroughs in medical research .
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to start a new course of action

Ex: The organization 's president will initiate negotiations with stakeholders to resolve the issue .
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to officially start or introduce something

Ex: The school inaugurated the new library in 2020 .
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to make something such as a process, piece of equipment, etc. start working

Ex: The manager activated the emergency protocol to evacuate the building .
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to make something start working usually by flipping a switch

Ex: We switch on the heating system when winter begins .
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to cause a machine, device, or system to start working or flowing, usually by pressing a button or turning a switch

Ex: She turned on the radio to listen to music.
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to establish or introduce something, such as a policy or program

Ex: The company institutes training programs for its employees .
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to introduce or create laws or policies

Ex: The local government established new zoning laws to control development .
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to start to be

Ex: The custom originated as a way to celebrate the harvest .
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(particularly something unpleasant) to begin to happen, exist, or change

Ex: The problem developed when they failed to address it early on .
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to make a new interest or hobby a regular part of one's life

Ex: He wants to take up photography as a hobby .
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to continue or start an activity

Ex: When facing a problem, it's essential to know how to go about finding a solution.
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to begin doing something in order to reach a goal

Ex: Our team set out on a quest to explore innovative solutions to common problems .
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to immerse oneself fully and enthusiastically into a particular activity, subject, or experience

Ex: Upon arriving at the tropical destination , vacationers were excited to dive into the crystal-clear waters of the ocean .
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to start a journey

Ex: The cyclists set off on their long ride through the countryside , enjoying the fresh air .
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to start focusing on and engaging in a task or activity in a serious or determined manner

Ex: After a long day of distractions, it's time to get down to writing that report.
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to suddenly and intensely begin to express a particular emotion or reaction

Ex: The children burst into giggles during the funny part of the story .
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to start doing something suddenly and with great enthusiasm

Ex: Every morning , she launches into her work with energy and determination .
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to begin taking the early steps regarding an action, project, or goal

Ex: They started out the business venture by securing funding and establishing a solid business plan .
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to start a task, action, or process with determination and inspiration

Ex: The team set about solving the technical issues that had arisen during the project.
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