as in founder
a person who establishes a whole new field of endeavor
as the initiator of printing from movable type, Gutenberg revolutionized people's access to written language
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So did RedBird Capital founder Gerry Cardinale, YouTube cofounder Chad Hurley, Wasserman Ventures, AEW founder and president Tony Khan, EGOT winner John Legend, former Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Fortnite co-creator Donald Mustard.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 July 2025 -
The Walshes The founder of a New Jersey general-contracting and project-management company, Edward Sharp Walsh has reportedly won the club championship at Trump National Golf Club in his hometown of Bedminster not once but twice.—
Brendan O'Connor,
Curbed,
7 July 2025
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The studio is banking on the rapidly growing global anime fandom, particularly in the U.S., where enthusiasm spans general audiences, Hollywood creators, celebrities and businesses.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 July 2025
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But the only person who might feel like a bigger wait has lifted from his shoulders is the show's creator and director, Hwang Dong-hyuk.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Rusty Wright, who is based in Orlando, is an author and lecturer who has spoken on six continents.—
Rusty Wright,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Several of its authors had previously, or are now, working in President Donald Trump’s administration.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Donald Trump has ticked many boxes in his life and career: husband (three times), father (of five), (multi-)billionaire, President (twice).—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
8 July 2025
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As heir, Prince William often takes on important duties on behalf of his father, the King.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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“Initiator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/initiator. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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