Initiative meaning in English

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Definition

an initiative: a new plan of action (formal) noun
Take the initiative! Do something without being asked!
on one's own initiative Without being asked
The government's new initiative to improve the economy is working.

Examples

  • "Ursula : Personally, I think the construction of the eco-roofs is the most popular of Delavigne's initiatives."
  • "For more information about Delavigne products or initiatives, please contact Susan Bliss, director of Marketing at (415) 555-6996."
  • "We are hoping this initiative will save time and avoid hurt feelings (mainly my own)."
  • "I do like your initiative though, Brian."
  • "However, I can tell you that the initiative kills two birds with one stone: not only should it improve the level of hygiene in the office, it will also provide a permanent use for otherwise useless intern, Edward Moon."
  • "Attachment: Initiatives."
  • "Bruno : Sigourney, your article mentions our initiatives in two lines!"
  • "Susie : It's really the least we can do Moira, and I want to let everyone know that you can find more information about this initiative and of course our complete catalogue of products on our Website: www.DelavigneCorp.com."
  • "Certainly there are companies which have had success with this kind of initiative, however I am reluctant to set aside time for naps at this time."
  • "Sigourney : Yes, but surely you have a favourite among them. I mean, the initiatives really are revolutionary - very ahead of their time."
  • "Brian : Today I'll be presenting a few of Delavigne's upcoming product releases for the new year, as well as discussing the company's latest plans and initiatives."
  • "But it was only after Fergus's son, Angus, took the initiative to realize his father's dream of a clean nation, that McGillicutty's Soap Warehouse was born."
  • "Comments: I would like to note that I was very impressed with Mr. Brian Jones' initiative during the meeting."
  • "Thanks to your initiatives we've been recognized as a progressive and forward-thinking enterprise by the press."
  • "She is the spokeswoman for the perfume company Delavigne Corp, known for its numerous eco-friendly initiatives."
  • "CEO Bruno Delavigne, along with Chief of Research and Development Horatio Oléré, will unveil a philanthropic initiative of great consequence, to be revealed at the time of press conference (6 PM)."
  • "Mr. Jones, you talked earlier about Delavigne's planned environmental initiatives-"
  • "I have written records of all the initiatives we implemented, which you did not even ask to consult!"
  • "Delavigne has in fact always been an avid supporter of environmental and animal rights initiatives all over the globe."
  • "In order to prevent the transmission of diseases in the workplace, I have put in place a new initiative that will encourage people to wash their hands after using the bathroom. I am reluctant to reveal too much information regarding the protocol as it may compromise its effectiveness."

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