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initiative

Noun: The ability to take action and make decisions without being prompted or instructed. It is the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do.

Senses:

1. The first action or movement in a series.

Example: "She took the initiative and introduced herself to the new members."

2. A campaign or drive to accomplish a specific goal.

Example: "The school started an initiative to promote recycling."

3. A personal quality characterized by a proactive attitude.

Example: "He is a person of great initiative and is always coming up with new ideas."

4. The power or right to introduce a new measure or course of action.

Example: "The CEO took the initiative and proposed a new marketing strategy."

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