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as in founded
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
no one knows who initiated written language
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as in introduced
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to
initiated the new recruits in the unspoken laws of military conduct
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as in inducted
to put into an office or welcome into an organization with special ceremonies
initiated her as Surgeon General before an army of reporters and photographers
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Recent Examples of initiated
Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 13 Feb. 2026
The concept was also explored with the Airborne Laser project, initiated in 1996 and tested in 2007, when a laser with one megawatt of power was mounted on a Boeing 747.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Dustin Miller, speaking on behalf of the American Clean Power Association and the Clean Grid Alliance, was in favor of the bill and said that currently, more than 50 counties in the state have initiated moratoriums or restrictive ordinances for renewable energy projects.
—Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 13 Feb. 2026
The union initiated the strike after the school district and union leaders failed to reach an agreement after months of negotiations on increases in teachers' wages, better health benefits, and more resources and safer conditions for students.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Jocelyn Strauber, the former DOI commissioner, left the role last month after Mamdani’s administration had initiated a hiring process that included reviewing other candidates for the commissioner job, the Daily News previously reported.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 12 Feb. 2026
Goldman Sachs has initiated research coverage of the miner Energy Fuels with a buy rating, citing the company's exposure to two big themes in the energy industry — uranium and rare earths.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
Plans for the park were initiated in 2005 following discussions between Brandix and the Government of Andhra Pradesh, a state on the East Coast of India.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026
Chawla was five when he was initiated into the group, and now instils the the same values in his children.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
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The case traces back to April 2025, when the Justice Department initiated compliance reviews of Harvard’s undergraduate, law, and medical school admissions programs.
—Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 13 Feb. 2026
The concept was also explored with the Airborne Laser project, initiated in 1996 and tested in 2007, when a laser with one megawatt of power was mounted on a Boeing 747.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2026
Dustin Miller, speaking on behalf of the American Clean Power Association and the Clean Grid Alliance, was in favor of the bill and said that currently, more than 50 counties in the state have initiated moratoriums or restrictive ordinances for renewable energy projects.
—Cami Koons, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 13 Feb. 2026
The union initiated the strike after the school district and union leaders failed to reach an agreement after months of negotiations on increases in teachers' wages, better health benefits, and more resources and safer conditions for students.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Jocelyn Strauber, the former DOI commissioner, left the role last month after Mamdani’s administration had initiated a hiring process that included reviewing other candidates for the commissioner job, the Daily News previously reported.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 12 Feb. 2026
Goldman Sachs has initiated research coverage of the miner Energy Fuels with a buy rating, citing the company's exposure to two big themes in the energy industry — uranium and rare earths.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
Plans for the park were initiated in 2005 following discussions between Brandix and the Government of Andhra Pradesh, a state on the East Coast of India.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026
Chawla was five when he was initiated into the group, and now instils the the same values in his children.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for initiated
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Woodson earned degrees from Berea College (Kentucky) and the University of Chicago before earning a doctorate from Harvard in 1912, according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, an organization Woodson founded in 1915.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile the National Citizen Party (NCP), a political party founded by students following the uprising, has struggled to meaningfully muscle its way into Bangladesh’s fractious and often violent political scene.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Electronic shelf labels are being introduced in some Milwaukee-area grocery stores like Walmart and Metro Market.—
Francesca Pica,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Carryover funding from previous fiscal years is allowing services to continue to be introduced on a staggered schedule.—
Raynee Howell,
Oklahoma Watch,
9 Feb. 2026
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Last year, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame with Earthquake.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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And after all the ballots were counted, one person was named on more than 75% of the ballots and are inducted into the 2026 class.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Santa Clara Police Chief Cory Morgan has said authorities are prepared to shoot down a drone, if necessary.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Many, like Hernandez, are prepared to give up any efforts to stay in the United States.—
Gisela Salomon,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Although, an official shade of blue has not been established for the flag.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Cannon established Coppermark and almost immediately reached out to Stephanie Lee, a roofing contractor and independent adjuster with extensive experience in hail, wind, and tornado damage.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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However, a Mara Braun three-pointer with 33 seconds left in the quarter inaugurated a stretch where Minnesota outscored its hosts 14-3 to take a 23-point advantage after a pair of Amaya Battle free throws with just under five minutes to play.—
Staff Report,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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When the Winter Olympics came to Norway, in Lillehammer in 1994, Harald officially inaugurated the Games.—
Stefania Conrieri,
Vanity Fair,
5 Feb. 2026
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Our one complaint with the Parachute percale sheet set is that there aren’t any directional tags on the fitted or top sheet, despite being a staple inclusion on luxury sheet sets (and even some budget-friendly ones).—
Brandi Fuller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2026
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This popular pair has a high-rise silhouette that’s slightly more fitted at the waist, plus non-restrictive, flowy legs.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
27 Jan. 2026
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Often called the birthplace of American ranching, the property pioneered the Santa Gertrudis, the first beef breed developed in the United States.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2026
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Arlington has already pioneered public rideshare through a $22 million contract with Via, and previously announced plans for flying taxis that use electronic vertical take-off and landing, though those have not received Federal Aviation Administration approval yet.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Initiated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/initiated. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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