Still, the trip began promisingly until an expected escort by police boats never came.

The second year began promisingly, but another knee ailment forced him out for another three months.

They began promisingly, but overextended themselves and went into receivership in 1923.

Hoover's final season at Fairmont began promisingly but ended with disappointing losses.

Today begins promisingly: one of the main entrance's six elevators is actually working.

The century that began so promisingly for him ends with a longing backward glance at this fragile genius.

But a project that began promisingly has mysteriously malfunctioned.

Still, his tenure began promisingly, at least to this longtime admirer of the orchestra.

Season 2006-07 began promisingly, but more managerial upheaval and injuries to key players saw the club finish a disappointing 10th with 58 points.

Season 2006 began promisingly, but ended with criticism by club members of the performance of the club.