initially
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Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten — who had authority to pursue criminal charges — cited New York’s voluntary intoxication law in explaining why he initially did not do so.
From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026
The rebels initially made advances in neighbouring Afar and Amhara states, working alongside local militias.
From Barron's ● Oct. 3, 2026
When her symptoms began in her late 40s, Williams, from the Wychavon area, said doctors she saw initially thought she had depression.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
Police initially declined to share details about the victim beyond his age and gender to The Times on Thursday night.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026
She would look away as soon as Kaede glanced at her, so initially Kaede wondered if she were imagining things.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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