单词 | to take the initiative |
释义 | > as lemmasto take the initiative b. to take the initiative (French prendre l'initiative, 1567 in Hatzfeld & Darmesteter): to take the lead, make the first step, originate some action. ΘΚΠ the world > existence and causation > causation > initiating or causing to begin > initiate [verb (intransitive)] initiate1725 to set (or start) the ball rolling1770 to take the initiative1856 to throw off1866 tee1961 1856 R. W. Emerson Eng. Traits vi. 108 He has stamina; he can take the initiative in emergencies. 1858 H. T. Buckle Hist. Civilisation Eng. (1873) II. viii. 570 No reform can produce real good, unless it is the work of public opinion, and unless the people themselves take the initiative. < as lemmas |
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