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initiating working
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "initiating working" is not correct in standard written English.
It may be intended to convey the start of a work process or task, but it is not a commonly used expression. Example: "We are initiating working on the new project next week."
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European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has initiated working group and published whitepaper on NFV to show the benefits and challenges for NFV technologies to be deployed by network operators [12].
46 BRIEF yields two index scores: the behavioural regulation index (BRI; including initiate, working memory, plan/organise, organisation of materials and monitor) and the metacognition index (MCI; including inhibit, shift and emotional control).
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The BRIEF comprises eight clinical scales (inhibit, shift, emotional control, initiate, working memory, plan/organize, organization of materials and monitor), two composite scores (behavior regulation and metacognition) and a general executive function summary score (Global Executive Composite).
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By acknowledging its presence, you initiate working through it.
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GPs and physiotherapists initiated work related discussions in contrasting ways.
To address this issue, a group of stakeholders initiated work in 2011 to generate a draft document on life-cycle environmental classification.
There were implementation weaknesses resulting from the limited number of staff in the UNICEF EAPRO HIV team, including occasional lack of timely follow-up after initial inputs had been given and delays in initiating work in some areas.
Formal & Business
We look forward to deepening our relationships in our host cities and to initiating work in others.
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31 OPs play a crucial role in initiating work modifications and as mediators between the workplace and the employee.
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Management can contribute by initiating work procedures that facilitate these knowledge exchanges, and by identifying recurrent organisational problems in order to improve practices and free up precious time for learning.
The BRIEF is composed of eight clinical scales (Inhibition, Shift, Emotional Control, Initiate, Working Memory, Plan/Organize, Organization of Materials and Monitor).
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use more standard phrases like "starting work" or "commencing work" to ensure clarity and avoid grammatical errors.
Common error
Do not directly translate the concept of beginning work by combining "initiating" with "working". This creates an unnatural and less understandable phrase. Instead, opt for established alternatives.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "initiating working" attempts to combine a gerund form of "initiate" with "working" to describe the commencement of work. However, this construction is ungrammatical and not recognized in standard English, as indicated by Ludwig.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "initiating working" is not grammatically correct or commonly used in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment. While the intention to convey the start of a work process is clear, it's advisable to use more conventional and grammatically sound alternatives such as "starting work", "commencing work", or "beginning to work". Avoiding this phrase will enhance clarity and professionalism in writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
starting work
Replaces "initiating working" with a more common and grammatically sound phrase.
commencing work
Uses a more formal synonym for "starting", maintaining a similar meaning.
beginning to work
Adds "to" to clarify the action and make the phrase grammatically correct.
starting to implement
Focuses on the implementation aspect of starting something.
initiating operations
Replaces "working" with a more formal term, emphasizing the beginning of a process.
launching efforts
Emphasizes the active start of work-related endeavors.
starting up
Uses a phrasal verb to convey the beginning of operations or work.
embarking on work
Emphasizes the start of a significant or challenging task.
getting to work
A more informal way of saying starting to work.
kickstarting work
Emphasizes an energetic and rapid start to work.
FAQs
What are some alternatives to "initiating working"?
Consider using alternatives such as "starting work", "commencing work", or "beginning to work" for improved clarity and grammatical correctness.
Is "initiating working" grammatically correct?
No, "initiating working" is not considered standard English. It's better to use more common and grammatically sound phrases like "starting work".
How can I use "initiate" and "work" correctly in a sentence together?
You can use "initiate" and "work" together by saying "initiate work on..." or "initiate the work". For example, "We will initiate work on the project next week".
What's the difference between "initiating working" and "starting work"?
"Initiating working" is not a standard English phrase and is generally considered incorrect. "Starting work" is the correct and commonly used phrase to describe the beginning of a work process.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested