initiated
Americanadjective
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already having some knowledge of or experience in a particular art or subject.
While other shows have faded into obscurity, Twin Peaks continues to capture the imaginations of new and initiated viewers alike.
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admitted or accepted with formal rites into an organization or group, adult society, secret knowledge, etc..
He is an initiated Wiccan priest, a healer and seer, and a keen student of natural medicine.
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begun, originated, or set going.
Despite the initiated reforms, markets are not convinced that this EU member country will be able to avoid restructuring its debt.
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Government. proposed by initiative.
In such cases a group of citizens can propose an initiated constitutional amendment to the people for a statewide vote.
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The Indian government have not issued an official statement on the issue but Bihar police late Monday evening said "no adverse legal action" would be initiated against any protester.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
“We became aware of the unauthorized posting of the film and immediately initiated takedown protocols,” the studio said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
Lindt chief executive Adalbert Lechner said: "The actions we have initiated focus on volume recovery in the second half of 2026 and lay the foundation to regain volume growth momentum in 2027."
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
The trade was initiated in June on the back of renewed optimism around the Middle East.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
I demanded that the injured man receive medical attention and we initiated a small but vocal demonstration.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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