"Starting a point is the best!" Crossword Clue

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STARTING (noun)
1. a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning)
STARTING (adjective)
1. appropriate to the beginning or start of an event
2. (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
BEST (noun)
1. Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978)
2. the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others
BEST (adjective)
1. (comparative and superlative of `well’) wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable
2. (superlative of `good’) having the most positive qualities
BEST (adverb)
1. from a position of superiority or authority
BEST (verb)
1. get the better of

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