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VocabJLPT N1

early stages

Noun

Definitions

1. opening (in a game of go, chess, etc.)
2. early stages

This noun refers to the opening stage or early phase of something, particularly a game, match, or competitive situation. It is frequently used in discussions of board games like shogi or go, as well as sports and negotiations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I used way too much time in the opening, didn't I?

Sentence 2

Wait, we're already this far behind in the opening?

Sentence 3

That's why if you push too hard in the opening, your whole game falls apart!

Sentence 4

After my bath, I reflected on the bad move I'd made in the opening.

Sentence 5

Why do I keep making the same mistake in the opening — come on!