commence
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Law enforcement agencies should commence a snap review of "leadership structures" and "information sharing arrangements" between teams responsible for counter-terrorism, the inquiry found.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Tesla said on Wednesday it was on track to commence "volume production" of both its Cybercab and Tesla Semi this year, after reporting first-quarter profits of $477 million.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Many industry executives and other theater operators have questioned whether that goal is realistic, particularly given the cost cuts that are expected to commence after the deal closes.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
Epsom and St Helier Hospitals NHS Trust, who agreed to settle Melle's claim ahead of a tribunal which was set to commence on Monday, said it was "sorry" she had this experience.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
The inoculations of those who have not yet suffered the disease shall commence shortly.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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