From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishfor a startfor a startFIRST British English informal used to emphasize the first of a list of facts or opinions you are stating Well, for a start, the weather was horrible. → start
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for a start• Ryan Stromsborg, a sophomore from Notre Dame High, is challenging for a starting spot in the infield and outfield.• They were small groups for a start.• You won't like my hair, for a start.• Lovejoy himself is firmly in the tradition of the likeable rogue - no first name for a start.• For instance, a trip to the seaside is out for a start.• I had no religion for a start, though I had developed respect for the Church through knowing Monsignor.• Pretty strong inns all along the coach road, for a start.• You have to understand that, for a start.• I don't think she'll get the job. She's too young, for a start. 