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
Bahamian authorities say the investigation remains active, with a parallel US Coast Guard criminal probe underway.
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Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
Hall finished in the top three in Boston three other times, and remained active with the race.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
At least one Israeli supplier has been facing workforce challenges because many employees have been called into active military service, said Dan Hartnett, chief policy officer for the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
Abrams, for example, has an active deal with Warners through Bad Robot, and Villeneuve will release Dune 3 through Warners later this year.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
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Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
Hall finished in the top three in Boston three other times, and remained active with the race.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
At least one Israeli supplier has been facing workforce challenges because many employees have been called into active military service, said Dan Hartnett, chief policy officer for the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
Abrams, for example, has an active deal with Warners through Bad Robot, and Villeneuve will release Dune 3 through Warners later this year.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 13 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
Adjective
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The Fleet was held off the scoreboard on two power play attempts in the opening frame before tensions continued to mount in the second frame to the enjoyment of an energetic crowd.—
Jason Cooke,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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Steyer — a liberal climate fighter — has run an energetic campaign, spending more than $100 million of his own money on TV ads.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Across group chats, bridal forums, and doctors’ offices, a growing number of engaged couples are turning to GLP-1 medications—drugs originally developed to treat diabetes and now widely prescribed for weight loss—as part of their wedding preparation timeline.—
Sara Radin,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2026
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Experts say optimism can be cultivated through habits like gratitude and staying socially engaged.—
Rob Williams,
EverydayHealth.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While Iran's domestic intranet remains operational — supporting local messaging apps, banking platforms and other services — access to the global internet has been severely restricted since early February.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Ever since, day-to-day operational insight has been under Yusef Jackson.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But in addition to Cajun, Creole, and soul food institutions, the city continues to welcome new spots serving inventive contemporary Mexican, West African, and Indian cuisines—all which play into the diverse, lively vibe of New Orleans.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Illuminated by fairy lights, the market is small but lively and features several stalls where vendors offer everything from spring rolls, seafood, and meats grilled before your eyes to cocktails, fresh fruit, and desserts.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
11 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
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But the operative word is delayed, not destroyed.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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These laws are only required today because Democrats have put in place operative policies that allow for people who are not legal voters to be voting.—
Special to the Sun-Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Mar. 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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The popularity of the cards led to the creation of a toy line, which then spurred animated TV specials and, eventually, a TV series.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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