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initiative

[ih-nish-uh-tiv, ih-nish-ee-uh-] / ɪˈnɪʃ ə tɪv, ɪˈnɪʃ i ə- /


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At that time, a nationwide initiative called Operation Cube had been re-examining crime scene samples thanks to advances in DNA testing.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Milei has said he was merely highlighting a private initiative and had no direct involvement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

It also builds upon the Luzon Economic Corridor efforts, an initiative by the Philippines, U.S. and Japan to invest in transportation, clean energy, semiconductor supply chains and other critical industries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The airport’s long-awaited Automated People Mover system will begin running without passengers Monday, according to airport executive Jake Adams, who is overseeing a $5.5-billion initiative to improve access at LAX.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

They wanted people who would act on their own initiative.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir




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