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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3
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
Follow-up appointments, imaging, side-effect management and emotional adjustment often continue long after active treatment ends.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Police said the investigation remains active, and officers are continuing to gather information regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
—Alexandra Koch , Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
With seven active appearances already used, Martin has just four games remaining under the terms of her developmental contract.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Oigara said Kenya is among the most active China-Africa hubs outside South Africa.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 15 June 2026
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Police said the investigation remains active, and officers are continuing to gather information regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
—Alexandra Koch , Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
With seven active appearances already used, Martin has just four games remaining under the terms of her developmental contract.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Oigara said Kenya is among the most active China-Africa hubs outside South Africa.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for active
Adjective
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True, some if the upside surprise has come from non-operating gains on holdings in huge, private AI pioneers, but not all of it.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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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
Adjective
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Actually, these are anything but those same White Sox that wallowed in all that misery the last three years — but rather a team of young, energetic grinders, the product of a near-total roster overhaul by general manager Chris Getz.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
13 June 2026
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However, the problem is that almost all nuclear energy transitions are far too energetic to be controlled with lasers.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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For the fathers who have flocked to his page, his messages about continuing to show up as an engaged parent have clearly struck a chord.—
Christian Dashiell Published,
Parents,
18 June 2026
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More importantly, the entire team became more engaged, decisive and effective.—
Kent Merrell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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And commercial inventories have hit operational stress levels.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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These systems bring together process controls and operational know-how to help manage plant performance and lower project risks.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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The ranch saloon sits across from the open yard—and around the corner and up a hill of long yellow grass is the outdoor rodeo arena, home to lively summer rodeos every week in the summer season.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Baltimore is best known for its maritime history and lively harbor, with plenty to see and do, from the National Aquarium to the cobblestone streets and waterfront views of Fell's Point.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
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So, that conversation was interesting given Adem’s diligent research and my memory.—
Jim Ryan,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Some information has been presented in court filings or uncovered by journalists and by one especially diligent state legislator, Anna Eskamani, from Orlando.—
Eric Schlosser,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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The above scenarios are all post-operative timelines, but not all hamstring injuries are treated surgically.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Post-operative care is provided with a special kit containing shampoos, lotions, and medical products, and the clinic maintains high hygiene standards by sanitizing procedure rooms through ultraviolet technology.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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The latest entry in Disney and Pixar’s beloved animated franchise is targeting a debut of $145 million to $150 million from 4,400 North American theaters.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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In recent years, Hollywood decided adult comedies were not good bets in movie theaters, and instead focused heavily on superheroes and animated films.—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
22 May 2026
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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