initiated
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It’s initiated a traceback investigation, a process where officials trace food that ill people report eating all the way back to the farm or production facility.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
It said legal proceedings had been initiated against the owner of the Tiger distillery for "manufacturing or selling products hazardous to health" and "illegal commercial operation".
From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026
By splitting the Republicans, Roosevelt all but ensured the election of Wilson, who, as president, initiated large-scale governmental and business reforms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
It last week initiated coverage by its financial analysts and put a target share price, external on the company of $300, a 33% jump from its highest trading price to date.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
“It’s the making faces behind the kid’s back. It’s the ‘game’ he initiated, where if someone touches Auggie he has to wash his hands....”
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
