- present participle of initiate.
initiating
Example Sentences
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“CENTCOM forces have disabled seven non-compliant vessels, redirected 134 ships that complied, and allowed 42 vessels supporting humanitarian aid to pass since initiating the blockade on April 13,” U.S.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Navarro’s role in initiating the deal was not publicly disclosed.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Many expressed gratitude for Amin Abdullah, the centre's security guard who has been hailed as a hero for confronting the gunmen and initiating lockdown protocols believed to have prevented a greater loss of life.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
“On the risk side, the challenge is that these flavors can be appealing to children. And even if these products are less risky than cigarettes, no kids should be initiating on these products.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
The command center has received my photo, and they are initiating my first drive tasks.
From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga
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