as in diligently
in a manner involving great or constant activity
he's been working actively toward the goal of opening his own restaurant
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Recent Examples of actively
At the same time, deploying strategic sobriety checkpoints — particularly during peak-risk periods — can likewise ensure that law enforcement not only follows up on harm but also actively discourages dangerous behavior.
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Sean M. Cleary, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
These are the regions where specific tick populations are permanently established, constantly present and actively transmitting diseases.
—Emily Bache, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
Premaratne said the company is actively engaged in scenario planning and is working closely with customers and suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
At Kansas City University, administration officials have been actively meeting with private lenders in an effort to sell their students as a good credit risk, Hahn said.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
These updates were designed to reduce the long-term financial impact of liens for taxpayers who are actively working to resolve their debt.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
This time of year is also a key period for feeding and mating, meaning snakes are actively searching for food like rodents and frogs, as well as potential mates.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
Families gather to recount the liberation story through symbolic foods and rituals, with children actively participating in the age-old tradition.
—Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
But a new wave of wearable robotics is aiming to go further – not just tracking movement, but actively supporting it.
—New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Sean M. Cleary, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026
These are the regions where specific tick populations are permanently established, constantly present and actively transmitting diseases.
—Emily Bache, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
Premaratne said the company is actively engaged in scenario planning and is working closely with customers and suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
At Kansas City University, administration officials have been actively meeting with private lenders in an effort to sell their students as a good credit risk, Hahn said.
—Suzanne King, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
These updates were designed to reduce the long-term financial impact of liens for taxpayers who are actively working to resolve their debt.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
This time of year is also a key period for feeding and mating, meaning snakes are actively searching for food like rodents and frogs, as well as potential mates.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
Families gather to recount the liberation story through symbolic foods and rituals, with children actively participating in the age-old tradition.
—Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
But a new wave of wearable robotics is aiming to go further – not just tracking movement, but actively supporting it.
—New Atlas, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actively
Adverb
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Caleb practiced the Chappell Roan hit diligently with his piano teacher, Lori Stemmer, even rehearsing in his inflatable suit.—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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For 10 years, Frances has worked diligently to become the perfect wife for Jo.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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For many Jewish Americans, the antisemitic incidents have confirmed longstanding fears about the rise of antisemitism, as well as the need to vigorously counter extremism and live their faith undaunted by threats.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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For many Jewish Americans, the antisemitic incidents have confirmed longstanding fears about the rise of antisemitism, as well as the need to vigorously counter extremism and live their faith undaunted by threats.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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That’s led to top Canadian creatives and producers becoming partners with major American producers busily making original movies and TV series in Toronto and Vancouver for global streaming platforms.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Amid rampant speculation that Zendaya has already wed fiancé Tom Holland, the movie star is busily promoting The Drama, her upcoming A24 movie about, well, a wedding that may or may not end up happening.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Actively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actively. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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