initiate
verb (used with object)
to begin, set going, or originate.
are initiating
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present progressiveof initiate.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Software providers are dedicating more resources to this puzzle, and some are initiating new roles to meet the task at hand.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
“We are initiating an outside, independent review of the training, policies and operations of our specialized units.”
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 29, 2023
"A lot of people will be without food, so the food programme we are initiating will ensure that all families, even if they have no income, they will have food," Mr Wickremesinghe said.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2022
“The possibility of a civilian casualty was immediately self-reported to U.S. Central Command,” said Capt. Bill Urban, a spokesman, adding, “We are initiating a full investigation.”
From Washington Post ● Dec. 6, 2021
The command center has received my photo, and they are initiating my first drive tasks.
From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga
