initiative

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At Bell Labs, it was often the case that small groups of scientists and engineers were encouraged to take the initiative, and ended up creating some of its greatest breakthroughs.

From The Wall Street Journal

Following the win, Rivian executives are eyeing other states that, like Washington, ban direct sales but also allow ballot initiatives: Arkansas, Ohio, Oklahoma, Montana, Nebraska and South Dakota.

From The Wall Street Journal

Leonard said one of the main species the initiative aimed to protect was the ringed plover, a small coastal bird that nests directly on beaches and shingle.

From BBC

The Dutch government instead established a $230m fund for "social initiatives and projects to address the legacy of slavery".

From BBC

Whether the initiative ultimately goes anywhere or survives judicial scrutiny, it’s already having its most significant effect by driving wealthy figures out of the state.

From The Wall Street Journal