Inception
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Time Span
Inception refers to a precise starting point, not a duration. The technology's inception can be traced to a single event.
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Figurative Use
Inception can be used metaphorically to express the birth of ideas. The inception of his brilliant idea happened during the shower.
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Historical Moments
Use 'inception' for beginnings of historical significance or milestones. Since its inception, the internet has transformed society.