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
But rather than cutting back, many couples responded to the concerns of looming tariffs by taking the proactive steps like booking early and consulting pros.
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 June 2025
As more homeowners take action, the movement toward elevated homes signifies a growing recognition of climate change impacts and the necessity for proactive measures.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
These incidents highlight public figures' serious safety challenges and the necessity of a proactive approach from promotions like WWE.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
Agreeing a deal for Mbeumo requires more negotiation, but with Newcastle United, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur all registering interest, the level of competition for the 25-year-old has also forced a more proactive approach than usual.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 9 June 2025
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 June 2025
As more homeowners take action, the movement toward elevated homes signifies a growing recognition of climate change impacts and the necessity for proactive measures.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
These incidents highlight public figures' serious safety challenges and the necessity of a proactive approach from promotions like WWE.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
Agreeing a deal for Mbeumo requires more negotiation, but with Newcastle United, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur all registering interest, the level of competition for the 25-year-old has also forced a more proactive approach than usual.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proactive
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The Chiefs, who have a history of being cautious with their rookies during summer practices, nonetheless had Simmons participate in non-team drills during rookie minicamp last month.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2025
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Here are some tips to choose high-quality olive oil: Be cautious with olive oils that bear significantly lower prices.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
2 June 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
7 June 2025
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However, Kilmeade was careful to praise Musk’s efforts during his time in the Trump administration.—
Andrew Kirell,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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“Proactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proactive. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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