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initiative

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


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Police chief Chris Balmer has been tasked with leading the new initiative to help forces investigate and tackle "anti-democratic crimes".

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Mothers interviewed by AFP also criticised the initiative.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Beijing and Islamabad on Tuesday issued a joint five-point peace initiative to “restore peace and stability” in the region, Pakistan’s and China’s foreign ministries said on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The bank plans to hire 1,000 bankers for the initiative and to boost support for small businesses by about 43% to 10 million businesses over the next several years.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Fischer plunged into the game with his trusted and thoroughly analyzed opening, the Ruy López, instantly seizing the initiative and generating pressure in the center squares.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady