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World War I started in 1914.
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World War I started in 1914.
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How to use in different contexts
Giving a historical fact
World War I commenced in the year 1914.
Starting a historical discussion
Let's discuss the events leading up to the start of World War I in 1914.
Answering a question
World War I began in 1914.
Part of a larger narrative
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914 triggered events that led to World War I.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The First World War had its origins in 1914.
Casual
World War One kicked off in 1914.
Simpler English
World War I began in nineteen fourteen.
Phrases to learn
World War I
The global conflict that lasted from 1914 to 1918.
started in
Began in a particular year or time.