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〜にあたって: on the occasion of
N2 · 11 Formal and written style
Marks a big moment before starting something important.
Noun / verb dictionary form + にあたって (also にあたり). Formal. Used for a start of something important: 入学にあたって, 開始するにあたって. Compare 〜に際して, which sounds a bit more like 'when it happens'.
Examples
新しい事業を始めるにあたって、多くの方にご協力いただいた。
Many people helped us when we began the new business.
入学にあたって、いくつか注意事項があります。
On the occasion of entering the school, there are several points to note.