Thanks for the reply!
To help rule out possible startup software conflicts, go ahead and boot your Mac in safe mode, then test to see if you run into the same issues.
To start in safe mode:
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- Shut down your Mac.
- Turn on your Mac and continue to press and hold the power button until you see the startup options window.
- Select your startup disk, then press and hold the Shift key while clicking “Continue in Safe Mode.”
- Log in to your Mac. You might be asked to log in again.
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- Turn on or restart your Mac, then immediately press and hold the Shift key as your Mac starts up.
- Release the key when you see the login window, then log in to your Mac.
- You might be asked to log in again. On either the first or second login window, you should see ”Safe Boot” in the upper-right corner of the window."
How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support
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All the best.