take the initiative
US /teɪk ðɪ ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv/
UK /teɪk ðɪ ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪv/
成语
采取主动, 率先行动
to be the first one to do something, especially when it requires courage or is difficult
示例:
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Someone needed to take the initiative and organize the meeting.
需要有人采取主动组织会议。
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She decided to take the initiative and ask for a raise.
她决定主动要求加薪。