began
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The reunion also celebrates the launch of the summer feature First Year At Hogwarts – Where The Filmmaking Magic Began at the studios, which gives fans the chance to relive moments from the film.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Appeared in the January 22, 2026, print edition as 'In Ominous Sign for Regime, Iran’s Protests Began in Conservative Stronghold'.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026
And in 2013, Japan joined the bandwagon with “It All Began When I Met You,” which also follows the original film’s poster layout.
From Salon • Nov. 16, 2023
Washington State receiver Lincoln Victor: Began his career at Hawaii but played for the Cougars last season, allowing him to qualify for consideration.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 16, 2022
Began to roll and complain like a peevish world on a grumble.
From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
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