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
The Academy, by contrast, has approximately 10,000 active voting members spread across every sector of the film industry.
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Bonner, who has been up and down from the active roster and practice squad, has appeared in 21 career games.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
This week is looking like an active weather week with snow, rain, freezing rain, and thunderstorms all expected over the next seven days.
—Ron Smiley, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Since the start of the year, free active users on Claude have increased by over 60%, and daily sign-ups have quadrupled.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Bonner, who has been up and down from the active roster and practice squad, has appeared in 21 career games.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2026
This week is looking like an active weather week with snow, rain, freezing rain, and thunderstorms all expected over the next seven days.
—Ron Smiley, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Since the start of the year, free active users on Claude have increased by over 60%, and daily sign-ups have quadrupled.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for active
Adjective
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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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The adjusted net income decreased by 8% y-o-y to $3.9 billion in the first nine months of 2022 due to higher expenses as a % of revenues and lower non-operating income.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2023
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Attendees will also enjoy an elevated networking reception and delicious tastings from local restaurants, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere for meaningful connections.—
Dawn Giangiulio,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Another challenge came from working on a project for five years and trying to keep everybody aligned, motivated and energetic.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In 2010, just 3% of married or engaged couples had a prenup.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2026
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Direct work factors included average workweek hours, employment rate, share of household where no adults work, share of workers leaving vacation time unused, share of engaged workers and idle youth rate.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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Polymer solar cells offer advantages Researchers have also maintained that polymer solar cells offer advantages such as light weight, flexibility, and solution processability, but their practical application has long been limited by insufficient operational stability and performance.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Feb. 2026
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According to previous reporting from the Argus Leader, Gemini Data Center acquired 164 acres northeast of town last year for what could be a 500-megawatt, hyper-scale data center projected to be operational in 2028.—
Angela George,
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,
27 Feb. 2026
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The steak was soft on the inside and as crunchy as the herb-flecked fries on the out, and the buttery Dijon spread ringing the plate added a lively dimension.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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This is one of our liveliest, a recipe packed with fresh berries and savory bacon, making for an ideal flavor balance.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Thanks to the diligent work of our prosecutors and law enforcement partners, justice has been served, and this dangerous individual will now face severe consequences for his actions.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Nursing requires diligent, precise work, so risking her eyesight to harmful UV exposure is a non-option.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
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The long-standing phrase energy transition remains operative for much of the world—though others reject it.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
28 Feb. 2026
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Intent is the operative word that defines genocide.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
27 Feb. 2026
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Between the beautiful landscapes rolling by outside the panoramic windows, the animated storytelling of the onboard hosts, and the delicious meals, long days on the Rocky Mountaineer seem to fly by.—
Jessica Poitevien,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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The animated family film, which follows a scrawny anthropomorphic goat with dreams of sports stardom, looks to earn $13 million to 14 million through Sunday for a domestic total of $54 million to $55 million.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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