commences

verb

Definition of commencesnext
present tense third-person singular of commence
1
as in begins
to take the first step in (a process or course of action) commence the festivities

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2
as in starts
to come into existence the games commenced early in the morning

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commences
  1. begins
  2. starts
  3. arises
  4. appears
Verb
  • During his journey, meanwhile, Ellen begins to suffer, possessed with Orlok’s presence.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This second release in the Elements series focuses on where the magic truly begins—the fermentation—dialing up the fermenting period to nearly five full days, twice its normal length.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of begins
Verb
  • Work on the new store starts after Arsenal’s visit on January 4.
    Andy Naylor, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Kassandra starts a little shy while meeting new coworkers, who wouldn’t be a little shy on their first day?
    Rob Gagnon, Hartford Courant, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of starts
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  • Scope out other potential suppliers before any trouble arises and share this information with interested buyers to put their mind at ease.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • To be clear, Alexander-Arnold does still have the license to drift inside when the opportunity arises under Slot.
    Mark Carey, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of arises
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  • The key to the show’s appeal is Rosenthal’s interviewing style, which keeps him present in the conversation rather than gesturing toward its eventual audience; in other words, his interest appears genuine rather than performative.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The United Nations General Assembly Building, which was completed in 1952, also appears in the film.
    Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 24 Dec. 2024
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