1
as in operating
being in effective operation
the abandoned factory had not been active for years
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2
as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the fish are active today, but we still haven't caught anything
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as in engaged
involved in often constant activity
all morning the crowd at the coffeehouse kept Marion and her helper pretty active
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Recent Examples of active
UConn has been active in the transfer portal so far this offseason, bringing in former Seton Hall big man Najai Hines and ex-Duke guard Nikolas Khamenia.
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Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Similar publications were also active during the 2025 gubernatorial race in Virginia.
—Jahd Khalil, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
The Abraham Lincoln group has been active in the Middle East since January, while Tripoli operates alongside amphibious ships USS New Orleans and USS Rushmore.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Skokie Police Sergeant Brandi Shelton told the Pioneer Press the investigation remains active with no further updates.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Similar publications were also active during the 2025 gubernatorial race in Virginia.
—Jahd Khalil, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
The Abraham Lincoln group has been active in the Middle East since January, while Tripoli operates alongside amphibious ships USS New Orleans and USS Rushmore.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026
Skokie Police Sergeant Brandi Shelton told the Pioneer Press the investigation remains active with no further updates.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for active
Adjective
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Exxon operates some of the wells directly and holds a financial, non-operating interest in the others.—
Rachel Nostrant,
Houston Chronicle,
26 Jan. 2026
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Last year, though revenue and operating profit increased, non-operating red ink pushed the company into a full-year loss of NT$766 million, or $25 million.—
Russell Flannery,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Daniela Avanzini, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, Lara Raj and Yoonchae Jeong of KATSEYE give an energetic performance during their weekend 2 set at Coachella in Indio, California, on April 17.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Adept at skilfully maneuvering guests and their belongings around the estate’s cobbles and dirt tracks on golf buggies, Sao Lourenco’s energetic team of young, enthusiastic staff provide warm-hearted service with care and charisma.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Alito has remained an active and engaged participant in the court's work, even after he was briefly hospitalized earlier this year for a health scare of undisclosed origin.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Zander credits remaining engaged and excited.—
Marc Ballon,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In response, both agencies have introduced major operational changes aimed at improving coordination and public safety.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The task of further enrichment requires operational centrifuges, but the current capacity of Iran’s nuclear program is unclear, some analysts said.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The lively, spirited daughter of an Afghani immigrant family chafes against the traditional values of her family and immigrant community.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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Today, Salado’s historic roots blend with a lively creative scene.—
Lauren Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a lot of work that goes into this, a lot of long, diligent hours.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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However, be diligent because mint spreads rapidly.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Endless is the operative word at Lavo Italian Restaurant’s weekend brunch, where the traditional sit-down meal gives way to a high‑energy, indulgent experience that feels unmistakably Vegas.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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Lara’s pre-operative test results were abnormal, and revealed clear signs of keratoconus, making LASIK unsuitable.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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Wichí people inhabit an animated world.—
María Carri,
Artforum,
16 Apr. 2026
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Google suggests using the AI tools in Vids to create animated party flyers, business sizzle reels, or a video greeting card.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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