initially

Example Sentences

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Rejected at birth by his mother, he was initially cared for by zookeepers before being reintroduced to the monkey enclosure.

From Los Angeles Times

It also meant the duo couldn't initially share the news with Shahverdi.

From BBC

Some tariff-sensitive stocks that initially soared when the decision was announced gave up some or all of their gains by the close.

From Barron's

He explained that he initially thought the foul was “a dirty play” by Jamerson, but changed his tune after watching the film.

From Los Angeles Times

Dane was initially meant to appear in only one episode of the second season, but his character proved so popular that he returned in Season 3.

From Salon