as in cautious
having or showing awareness of and preparation for the future
proactive decision by the city fathers to plan for the eventual withering away of the region's manufacturing base
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Recent Examples of proactive
The app is proactive in warning you about potential problems.
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PC Magazine, 28 July 2025
Those worsening events make proactive spending even more effective, said Chad Berginnis, head of the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM).
—Saul Elbein, The Hill, 25 July 2025
But accepting that this is what is happening right now and taking proactive steps will keep you safe.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Under the temporary guidance of Austin FC coach Nico Estévez, MLS came out with a proactive approach, surprising Liga MX’s team with genuine high-pressing and determined counterattacks.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 24 July 2025
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PC Magazine, 28 July 2025
Those worsening events make proactive spending even more effective, said Chad Berginnis, head of the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM).
—Saul Elbein, The Hill, 25 July 2025
But accepting that this is what is happening right now and taking proactive steps will keep you safe.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Under the temporary guidance of Austin FC coach Nico Estévez, MLS came out with a proactive approach, surprising Liga MX’s team with genuine high-pressing and determined counterattacks.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 24 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for proactive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proactive
Adjective
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Some analysts, including those at Barclays, have also pointed out that there could be potential deceleration in the second half, keeping cautious ratings despite the company’s optimistic outlook.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Aston Martin Formula One driver Fernando Alonso has revealed a cautious approach in the wet-weather racing argument after the previous race at Spa-Francorchamps saw the FIA delay the race start by 80 minutes due to rain.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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However, realizing these benefits demands careful tool selection, integration, oversight and governance.—
John Arsneault,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Both pranking and writing are exercises in careful observation.—
Katie Yee
July 25,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
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“Proactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proactive. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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