begin

verb22 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.5

Indicates that a process or situation has only recently started and will likely continue.

Similar to 'just beginning', emphasizing that much more is to come.

To start from the very first point in a logical sequence.

To start in the near future.

To start in a short amount of time from now.

To start after a long delay or waiting period.

To start something for a second time.

To start without any delay.

To start unexpectedly.

To start at a fast pace.

To start something again from the very beginning, often implying frustration.

To start at a slow pace.

To start slowly over a period of time.

To start something again in a new or different way.

Expresses a future intention or plan to start.

Indicates that something will start very soon, imminently.

Used when something is expected to start at a specific time.

Indicates a general expectation that something will start.

Used when something is officially planned to start at a certain time.

To be prepared to start.

Used to introduce the first item or topic.

Used to describe the first action taken in a series.