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Example sentences for: upstart

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So far Russians have objected to the proposal, saying that reported nuclear threats from upstart nations are greatly exaggerated.
Perón was the ideal client, an upstart with huge drive, deep pockets, and great beauty--as Eugénie had been in her time.
A merger of the first two would allow them to control two-thirds or more of the relevant market, dominate suppliers, and drive out upstart competitors.
I am proud to say that although the ad's plot line is vivid in my mind--young upstart with vaguely threatening hairstyle shows that old geezer boss a thing or two--I could not for the life of me tell you exactly which e-trading company is paying the bill.
However, upstart John McCain's official site , like Bradley's, is the most popular destination for those who've entered his name into a search engine.