start in
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Meaning · English
To begin (to do something); to get started.
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When she starts in about her teas, she just won't stop for hours!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “start in” mean?
To begin (to do something); to get started.
Is “start in” formal or informal?
start in is generally informal.