ENTERS (INTO OR UPON) Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

enters (into or upon)

verb

present tense third-person singular of enter (into or upon)

as in begins

to take the first step in (a process or course of action) a series of counseling sessions intended to help young couples about to enter into the trials and tribulations of marriage

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Unlike liquid liner that announces exactly where the line begins and ends, kohl and kajal create dimension that feels more diffused.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026
And while the Commonwealth Games do not form part of the formal Olympic qualification process — that begins next March — a strong performance in Glasgow could help McCann establish himself and ensure he is known on his own terms.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of begins

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Passaic mayor Hector Lora said crews have been searching along a nine-mile stretch of the river that starts along the Passaic-Garfield border, down to Newark, and will focus on an area near Rutherford when the search resumes.

— Christina Fan, CBS News, 30 July 2026
Exploring the Greats starts with four classic works of literature – The Odyssey, Moby-Dick, Plato’s Republic, and Othello.

— Peter White, Deadline, 30 July 2026

Definition of starts

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With a fury inside him, Garfield unleashes violence against them and commences the rebellion.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 July 2026
The Genesis Scottish Open commences this week at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, as a significant co-sanctioned DP World Tour and PGA Tour event offering a $9 million purse.

— Zach Schenfisch, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of commences

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Green Bay opens training camp Wednesday, and here are five reasons the Packers will miss the postseason for the first time since 2022.

— Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
While in a squatting position, the dancer rapidly opens and closes his bent legs while his arms are outstretched.

— Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026

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