as in spontaneous
done in immediate response to something especially without thinking or planning
He realized his aggressive response to their criticisms had been reactive. The board stressed the need for a less reactive and more proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Recent Examples of reactive
The more visible and reactive a person is, the more the narcissist will be able to manipulate them or get their attention.
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Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
Increasingly, though, consumers are seeking out non-medical preventive and reactive solutions — and wellness brands are responding in kind.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
But given that tanks are covered in reactive armor bricks, camouflage netting, roof cages and other add-ons, a small device might be inconspicuous.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The Original Mighty Patches also don’t contain any active ingredients, which is ideal for reactive skin.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
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Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
Increasingly, though, consumers are seeking out non-medical preventive and reactive solutions — and wellness brands are responding in kind.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024
But given that tanks are covered in reactive armor bricks, camouflage netting, roof cages and other add-ons, a small device might be inconspicuous.
—David Hambling, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The Original Mighty Patches also don’t contain any active ingredients, which is ideal for reactive skin.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for reactive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reactive
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Again, a sequel followed, with 2010's Little Fockers seeing Greg and wife Pam (Teri Polo) juggle looking after their five-year-old twins with a spontaneous visit from the in-laws.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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After 10 years of dating, followed by a two-year-long engagement, the couple made their union official through spontaneous nuptials.Emily Weaver, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The heart, for example, contains an internal network of neurons that can regulate electrical and mechanical activity even when the organ has been removed from the body.Jon Hamilton, NPR, 12 Dec. 2024
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With vehicles evolving from mechanical machines to complex technological platforms equipped with advanced software and connectivity features, collaboration between automotive manufacturers and technology firms is essential.Amaan Kazi, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Submitting an application that doesn’t follow their specific requirements can result in automatic rejection.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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However, instead of adding this plan to its retirement savings lineup, the tech giant used it to replace its 5% 401(k) match and 1% automatic contribution.Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Harroun installed it with a bracket above the dashboard rather than have a mechanic ride in the race with him, as was the custom of the day.George Petras, USA TODAY, 24 May 2024
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When Part 4 was released in August 2023, mechanic Bennie was losing his garage.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Apr. 2024
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As the protagonist Ben in Night of the Living Dead (1968), Duane Jones unveiled a distinct facet of pre-conditioned Black martyrdom.Malik Peay, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2023
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Is the show of regret a conditioned response associated with receiving a less severe punishment?Charlotte Hu, Discover Magazine, 31 July 2011
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Pay particular attention to Chapters 8 and 20, where Graham discusses the margin of safety concept and the simple but profound concept that buying a share of stock is actually owning part of a whole business.Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The equation is simple: The more authoritarianism in the world, the more dissidents.Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Reactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reactive. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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