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to start with
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used when stating the first and foremost reason or point that needs to be mentioned or considered
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used to indicate the beginning stage of a situation, event, etc.
Collocation
Example
When you meet someone for the first time, it's common to start with some small talk to get to know each other.
To start with, we need to address the issue of insufficient resources before we proceed.
To start with, neither of us likes housework.
To start with, she didn't want to go to the event, but she enjoyed herself after arriving.
He wasn’t very confident to start with, but his skills improved over time.
