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initially

[ih-nish-uh-lee] / ɪˈnɪʃ ə li /
ADVERB
at first
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While initially the bird was getting along with his chickens, things took a turn and the bird decided to cause mayhem and chase after the cockerels.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Throughout the film, the question of what gives art its value appears in several forms, challenged by Lori and Julian when their initially stilted working relationship transforms into something more intimate.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

The company initially said that its seventh-generation machine, called Polaris, was on track to produce more electricity than it consumes in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The embattled star’s bond was initially set for $5,000, but she was released on her own recognizance later the same day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

It was clear that Chapman had looked more deeply into the case than he had initially claimed.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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