initiated

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For the Vatican's part, "we'll listen to him", Parolin told reporters on Wednesday, noting that Washington initiated the meeting.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

A follow-up email minutes later says the refund process for the $12,132 had been initiated and should show up in one or two billing cycles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

He initiated coverage of Micron’s stock with a buy rating.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

The FCC, which did not indicate whether it will go along with Paramount’s request, initiated a review.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

And when I finish my story, the question that comes up the most is the one that initiated this quest: “What made the difference?”

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore