This is the 1977th most frequent Russian word.
стартовал
"Started" or "launched."
This usage implies that the project has begun, an official or noticeable commencement.
Проект стартовал в прошлом месяце.
The project started last month.
Here, 'стартовал' is used to describe the action of beginning to engage in a task, emphasizing a prompt or rapid onset.
Ученик стартовал выполнение задания сразу после объяснения.
The student began the task immediately after the explanation.
In this context, 'стартовал' refers to initiating a specific movement or action in a timed or competitive setting.