Mexican business interests, which initially embraced the accord, have become equally reluctant.

Beijing at least initially embraced the American-led fight against terrorists.

Great Britain initially embraced what was called "New Pop".

But voters, while initially embracing the tax restraint measures, now seem more cautious.

In many cases, players initially embrace a players' coach - willing to give up cartilage for the man's cause - just before taking advantage of him.

He initially embraced China's new Communist leaders, but family members were persecuted as "rightists" in the late 1950's.

Although Kierkegaard's writings weren't initially embraced, they became widely known at the beginning of the 20th century.

Wise words, but ones the teenager didn't initially embrace.

Jenny, now a teenager, does not speak Korean and does not initially embrace her mother.

Daniel initially embraces this role, particularly when Alexander tells him that the humans he is seizing are vile criminals.