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as in sensitive
producing or exhibiting a desired reaction to
The students were extremely responsive to the lecture and even stayed late to ask questions of the presenter. Much to the doctor's surprise, the patient was not responsive to the therapy.
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as in prepared
inclined to act or respond readily or without hesitation
He bought a car with responsive steering. The small business is always responsive to customer needs.
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Recent Examples of responsive
They were organized and well led by guides who were always clearly spoken, professional, and responsive to questions (if sometimes a tad pedantic in their fact-sharing).
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Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
That means tightening timelines for support, providing consistent funding and contracting, and ensuring a more responsive partner in government.
—Kimberly Olsen, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Windrose aims to build a more flexible model with a responsive data structure.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Demanding answers in the aftermath of the Minneapolis shootings, Thompson said the department has blocked lawmakers from visiting detention facilities and needs to be more responsive to questions.
—Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Alex Postman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
That means tightening timelines for support, providing consistent funding and contracting, and ensuring a more responsive partner in government.
—Kimberly Olsen, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026
Windrose aims to build a more flexible model with a responsive data structure.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
Demanding answers in the aftermath of the Minneapolis shootings, Thompson said the department has blocked lawmakers from visiting detention facilities and needs to be more responsive to questions.
—Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsive
Adjective
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The new revelations include documents suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein after the 2008 global financial crisis.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The new revelations include documents suggesting Mandelson shared sensitive government information with Epstein after the 2008 global financial crisis.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Santa Clara Police Chief Cory Morgan has said authorities are prepared to shoot down a drone, if necessary.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Many, like Hernandez, are prepared to give up any efforts to stay in the United States.—
Gisela Salomon,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Your sign’s financial sector has reactive influences, and good decisions are seldom made when Universal stars are underwater.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Monday episodes will offer reactive analysis following the past weekend’s race drama, while Thursday episodes will dive deep into the biggest story of the week alongside interviews with big names on the F1 circuit.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Use citrus peels or baking soda with vinegar for a quick and natural way to clean and deodorize the garbage disposal effectively.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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Trump’s response to this has been to float policies that promise a quick hit of relief.—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The expressive and excitable young girl stumbles along, while the wary grown-up remains controlled and refined — even though both are completely lost.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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Dry ice streams from an inflatable jaguar head, beyond an excitable DJ and announcers on stilts.—
Toby Skinner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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That is why staying alert after breach reports matters.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Without it, even the tiredest body stays alert.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Responsive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsive. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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