21.   Although Bosnia had the initiative throughout the match, the Czech Republic dominated with smart defense, good combinations in midfield and fast counter-attacks.

22.   At the time, the militants seemed to have the initiative, and a tough government crackdown ensued.

23.   But he denied he had an initiative of his own.

24.   Spartak had the initiative in the first half, attacking down the center.

25.   The Croatian team played in a very defensive manner while the home team had the initiative, but failed to take the ball to the goal.

26.   Vivendi Universal has other initiatives in the music business.

27.   He appeared at that moment to have the initiative, but it was quickly seized back.