New music frequently gets off to a weak start in the world by being played tentatively, or worse.

Today's tonnage is three times what it was in 1992; after a weak start, the city has made important strides.

Some analysts said the holiday shopping season got off to a weaker start than many had expected.

Maybe he'll overcome his weak start and become a run producer again.

Sweden's weak start was quickly forgotten after their victory against Paraguay.

But a weak start doesn't necessarily mean the season will be a disaster.

The evening gets off to a weak and worryingly hyperactive start.

As in 1969, he had a weak start to the 1970 season.

This year the quarter has gotten off to a weak start.

"We could be looking at a pretty weak start of the next century."