proactively
adverb
pro·ac·tive·ly
(ˌ)prō-ˈak-tiv-lē 
: in a proactive manner : in a way that anticipates future problems, needs, or changes
Leaders … can predict potential team challenges and address them proactively.—
Jimi Gibson
Jimi Gibson… a system that allows us to alert customers if there's an issue with travel, whether their flight is delayed or proactively letting them know there is a transit strike in New York, or whatever.—Steven Barnhart
Steven BarnhartBy working proactively with charter organizations and other outside groups, district leaders could take a role in shaping the array of new alternative schools so that it benefits students most …—Los Angeles Times
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These are a few ways to proactively prevent root rot.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Acting proactively and early can protect residents, stabilize buildings, and preserve the options needed to make repairs and recover costs.
—Keegan A. Berry, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
According to Brenner, FedEx is proactively and reactively taking inbound calls from customers on the Fortune 50, all the way down to retailers with two to five stores as well.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The strategy directs community violence intervention partners to build relationships with young people, proactively de-escalate conflicts and serve as a resource to help connect minors with youth services.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
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Heather Bien, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
Acting proactively and early can protect residents, stabilize buildings, and preserve the options needed to make repairs and recover costs.
—Keegan A. Berry, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
According to Brenner, FedEx is proactively and reactively taking inbound calls from customers on the Fortune 50, all the way down to retailers with two to five stores as well.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
The strategy directs community violence intervention partners to build relationships with young people, proactively de-escalate conflicts and serve as a resource to help connect minors with youth services.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for proactively
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“Proactively.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proactively. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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