Commence
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Event Kickoff
Often signals the official beginning of public events or functions. The festival will commence with a firework display.
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Formal Settings
More commonly used in formal or ceremonial contexts than 'start'. Please take your seats, the ceremony will commence shortly.
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Speech Introductions
Used to introduce the beginning of speeches and presentations. Ladies and Gentlemen, we shall commence with the keynote address.