initiate
Example Sentences
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As a result, she said, she directed the deputy mayor to work with the county attorney’s office to initiate an eminent-domain action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The case pitted McGlockton’s right to defend his family from a threatening stranger against Drejka’s right to initiate a confrontation over a parking spot and then to mete out justice according to his own whim.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
Philip Glass’ score for the critically acclaimed non-narrative 1982 documentary film “Koyaanisqatsi” plays as the dancers initiate the first moments of Hollander’s choreography in the open space.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Verra Mobility’s board said that “now is the right time to initiate a leadership transition,” and that Roberts had agreed to step down immediately.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The smart ones learned to keep quiet and let Smith initiate a conversation, which he did every once in a while.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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