at the beginning of something
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Meaning · English
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Register: neutral
Sources & notes
Everyday learner phrase (CEFR A1); level cross-referenced from published learner lists. Definition pending editorial review.
Common questions
What does “at the beginning of something” mean?
Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.
Is “at the beginning of something” formal or informal?
at the beginning of something is generally neutral.