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initiative

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


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The initiative is on a tight schedule, aiming to have at least three test reactors running at U.S. national laboratories by the start of next month.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“I appreciate the passion, rigor, and commitment UC faculty bring in support of our students, and I look forward to the thoughtful discussions and outcomes this initiative will produce.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“This initiative reflects the serious crisis we face and that affordability is a real thing,” said Vikas Saini, president of the Lown Institute, a Massachusetts-based healthcare think tank.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Soho Road has recently been the focus of Operation Fearless, a West Midlands Police initiative to tackle street-level crime.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“I want my initiative in the next newsletter, a full page next to the photo ops.”

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett




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