commence
Example Sentences
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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
“The staged accidents, coordinated medical referrals, and rapid escalation to injections or surgeries all serve a single purpose which is manufacturing the statutory prerequisites necessary to commence a personal injury,” the lawsuit adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
The institute has begun recruiting students for the 2026-27 academic year, and operations are set to commence in the next few months.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
I’m happy to report we’ll commence shooting season three this summer, and that a rising tide has indeed lifted all boats in season one under the 3.0 tax program,” he added.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
“We are about to commence a search of all the passengers’ luggage.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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