initiate
Example Sentences
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The sisters said they were unsure as to what steps to take next following the criminal case but had decided to initiate civil proceedings against the Church.
From BBC
Analysts initiated coverage on Duolingo with a Buy rating and a $245 target price, citing its proprietary data and expertise in gamified learning.
From Barron's
The brokerage initiates its coverage of the stock with a buy rating and a target price of NT$1,200.00.
“But you want them to come in and feel initiated, inspired. We give them the manual your body didn’t come with.”
From Los Angeles Times
The policy, which came fully into effect in September 2025, was initiated by the Conservatives and continued by Labour, and marked a "step change" in childcare provision, says Ms Jitendra.
From BBC
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