| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Running start? | LA Times Daily | 15 Dec 2023 |
| Running start? | Universal | 01 Jan 2023 |
| Running start? | New York Times | 29 Jul 2018 |
| Running start? | ||
| Dash intro | Wall Street Journal | 04 Oct 2016 |
| Starting line | New York Times | 27 Nov 2015 |
| Starting line | ||
| Key phrase in this crossword | ||
| Race-starting phrase | ||
| This puzzle's theme | ||
| Buildup to a race | ||
| Words before a race | ||
| Starter's call | ||
| Starter's command. | ||
| Opening call |