Example Sentences

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Teenagers themselves are aware that too much social media is bad for them, and some are initiating social media “cleanses” because of the toll it takes on mental health and grades.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024

“It’s fitting that the traditional guardians are initiating this,” said Mere Takoko, a Māori conservationist who leads Hinemoana Halo Ocean Initiative, the group that spearheaded the treaty.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2024

"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