as in first
coming before all others in time or order
you've resolved my initial complaint, but now I have a new question
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Recent Examples of initial
Dragana Jovanovic, ABC News, 4 May 2025
The report also questioned exactly how much demand there will be for the iPhone 17 Air, with initial production capacity limited.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
Alex Mann, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2024
The document, dated March 14, was supposed to be initialed and signed in multiple places by Hamel, though investigators allege that the signature did not match the one used on police paperwork previously signed by Hamel.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2024
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Adjective
In a statement, the Israel Defense Forces said the initial inquiry by the Israeli Air Force's Commanding Officer found no malfunction in the detection systems, interception protocols, or Home Front Command alert mechanisms.
—Dragana Jovanovic, ABC News, 4 May 2025
The report also questioned exactly how much demand there will be for the iPhone 17 Air, with initial production capacity limited.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
Verb
Billingsley read aloud, and then initialed next to, sentences explaining his right to remain silent and his right to have an attorney present, among others.
—Alex Mann, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2024
The document, dated March 14, was supposed to be initialed and signed in multiple places by Hamel, though investigators allege that the signature did not match the one used on police paperwork previously signed by Hamel.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for initial
Adjective
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Mercury in your sign for the first couple of weeks in February sharpens your focus, giving you the clarity needed to map out your vision.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Dandies were the first true representations of male fashion.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Because of scheduling conflicts, McDermott and Hopkins replaced original actors Brady Noon and Jensen Ackles in major roles.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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In the end it was decided that to honor Hutchins’ final work the film would be completed, no profits would be shared by the original producers, and Hutchins’ widower Matthew Hutchins would come on as an executive producer and receive some profits from the film along with his son.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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This program is now accepting applications for its inaugural cohort, offering students an opportunity to explore both the theoretical foundations and hands-on applications of artificial intelligence.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
10 May 2025
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The inaugural course explores all aspects of launching a music festival, from establishing a budget and booking venues to crafting a lineup and a marketing strategy.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Israel's foreign minister, Gideon Saar, publicly endorsed the U.S. plan Sunday and called on countries and aid groups to cooperate.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
11 May 2025
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Stop the stop-and-frisk — a tactic Bratton endorsed — replace it with stop-and-chat, and get to know everyone on your beat.—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2025
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Articles attributed to this byline are authored by paying advertisers.—
Rowan Briggs,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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Mike Maric, a former competitive freediver and a professor at the University of Pavia in Italy, has authored four books about breathing and worked with some of the top athletes in Italy, including Olympic gold medalist swimmer Federica Pellegrini.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Rojo by Razzle Dazzle will open on September 5, 2025 during Brilliant Lady’s maiden voyage from New York City to Bermuda.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Three days later, the ship sank in the early morning off the coast of Newfoundland while on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The United States and Ukraine are on the verge of signing a mineral deal after months of fraught and chaotic negotiations, although a last-minute snag still needs to be ironed out.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Trump signed executive orders on the first day of his second term aimed at ending DEI practices in the federal government, prompting multiple legal challenges.—
Judy Kurtz,
The Hill,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders.—
Naeem Ghauri,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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This return to immigration law-and-order was the foremost promise of his 2024 campaign.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Initial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/initial. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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