as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the inaugural event in the city's week long festival honoring the sailing ships
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as in inauguration
the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization
attended the inaugurals of the city's last three mayors
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Recent Examples of inaugural
Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 23 Dec. 2024
The inaugural season of the Jamie Chadwick Series wrapped up with a resounding success, shattering records and opening new doors for young girls in the world of motorsport.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Osita Nwanevu, The New Republic, 19 Nov. 2020
On Friday, January 6, under a sky swept blue by days of wind and rain, California governor Gavin Newsom marched with family and supporters to his second inaugural.
—Will Swaim, National Review, 15 Jan. 2023
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Details: Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge will open May 29, and reservations (starting at $299 per night) are now open for the inaugural season; www.undercanvas.com.
—Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 23 Dec. 2024
The inaugural season of the Jamie Chadwick Series wrapped up with a resounding success, shattering records and opening new doors for young girls in the world of motorsport.
—Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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His first inaugural is always a favorite.
—Osita Nwanevu, The New Republic, 19 Nov. 2020
On Friday, January 6, under a sky swept blue by days of wind and rain, California governor Gavin Newsom marched with family and supporters to his second inaugural.
—Will Swaim, National Review, 15 Jan. 2023
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With the first season deemed successful and warmly received, the prospect of merging these two racing entities has become a possibility.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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The superstar reveals her true story in the first of a two-part memoir. 3.The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 25 Dec. 2024
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What Happens Next? Aside from his leading position in DOGE, Musk is anticipated to play a significant role in the White House following Trump's inauguration on January 20.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Some universities have urged students to put off or cut short travel plans outside the US before the inauguration.CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 26 Dec. 2024
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Assuming an initial retail price of $25 per month, or $300 per year, Fishman sees the new platform generating some $259 million in incremental revenue in 2026, given a base of 1 million paying customers.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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But when things take a trippy turn during their initial make-out, they are suddenly doomed to relive the same day over and again, Groundhog Day-style.Elise Taylor, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Dragon Tiny Homes The original impetus behind the tiny house movement was to create affordable housing, though many models nowadays tend to be far more luxurious in nature.Adam Williams, New Atlas, 26 Dec. 2024
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With all this in mind, devising a satisfying follow-up to the original nine-part romp that kicked off this now ever-expanding franchise—after an excruciating, more-than-three-year-long wait, no less—was always going to be an impossible task.Radhika Seth, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure, sets sail Saturday on its maiden voyage.Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Of course, there is no shortage of interest within Netflix around whether Season 2 can come close to the heights of the show’s maiden voyage.Jennifer Maas, Variety, 19 Dec. 2024
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.Edward Tuorinsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Notably, Fraser is responsible for establishing GMA as the foremost morning news and entertainment program during his tenure as the show’s first executive producer.Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Inaugural.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inaugural. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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