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starting line
[/ˈstɑːrtɪŋ laɪn/]
noun
pl: starting lines
linha de saída
1.
The line marking the beginning point of a race or competition
The runners lined up at the starting line, waiting for the signal to begin.
Os corredores se alinharam na linha de saída, esperando pelo sinal para começar.
2.
The initial point or beginning stage of any endeavor or process
This job offer is a good starting line for her career in finance.
Esta oferta de emprego é uma boa linha de saída para sua carreira em finanças.
Synonyms
starting point
start
beginning line
line of departure
Antonyms
finish line
end line
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
linha de saída
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
linha de largada
Alternative term used in racing contexts
Portugal
linha de partida
Preferred term in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
off to a good starting line
back to the starting line
level playing field at the starting line
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