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
Eagan’s police department has taken a proactive approach to innovation and technology, New said.
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Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 18 June 2025
The ultimate goal is to improve health outcomes through the utilization of the data collected by the Oura Ring, allowing for more personalized recommendations, the ability to catch issues sooner and be more proactive, and layering in expert medical care at critical points.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 18 June 2025
Designed for both men and women, this innovative treatment offers a proactive approach to hair loss, potentially reducing the need for outdated or less effective alternatives when started early.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Taking proactive measures, establishing collaborative efforts and integrating innovation in cybersecurity strategies are essential to safeguard against the next generation of ransomware attacks.
—Oren Koren, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 18 June 2025
The ultimate goal is to improve health outcomes through the utilization of the data collected by the Oura Ring, allowing for more personalized recommendations, the ability to catch issues sooner and be more proactive, and layering in expert medical care at critical points.
—Ian Thomas, CNBC, 18 June 2025
Designed for both men and women, this innovative treatment offers a proactive approach to hair loss, potentially reducing the need for outdated or less effective alternatives when started early.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Taking proactive measures, establishing collaborative efforts and integrating innovation in cybersecurity strategies are essential to safeguard against the next generation of ransomware attacks.
—Oren Koren, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for proactive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proactive
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The prospect of higher inflation even as present data looks mild has led to a staredown between the Fed, which has advocated for a cautious approach on cutting interest rates in case tariffs do worsen inflation, and Trump, who has aggressively called for big cuts.—
Derek Saul,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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That’s a problem for investors, who regard Powell as a serious, cautious economist who operates independently of Trump’s political desires.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
26 June 2025
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For most, wealth results from years of hard work, careful planning, and disciplined saving.—
Georgette Virgo,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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However, be careful of blurring the distinction between professional and personal relationships.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
19 June 2025
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“Proactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proactive. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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