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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Florida leads the nation with 375 active 287(g) agreements, and Attorney General James Uthmeier has previously threatened officials in Fort Myers and Key West with removal from office for rejecting such deals.
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Jessica Lipscomb,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Chicago is also facing an extreme heat warning active through Thursday night, with forecasters at the NWS warning of peak afternoon heat index values reaching highs of 110 degrees.
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Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Spider plants generally need watering every week during periods of active growth, but the frequency should be reduced during cool or humid weather.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
As the platform evolved into the latest M1A2 SEPv3 configuration, upgrades focused heavily on digital networking, improved sensors, enhanced armor, and active protection systems.
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Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
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Jessica Lipscomb,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
Chicago is also facing an extreme heat warning active through Thursday night, with forecasters at the NWS warning of peak afternoon heat index values reaching highs of 110 degrees.
—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Spider plants generally need watering every week during periods of active growth, but the frequency should be reduced during cool or humid weather.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
As the platform evolved into the latest M1A2 SEPv3 configuration, upgrades focused heavily on digital networking, improved sensors, enhanced armor, and active protection systems.
—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for active
Recent Examples of Synonyms for active
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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.
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Exxon operates some of the wells directly and holds a financial, non-operating interest in the others.
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Personalized treatments are built around three pillars—energetic renewal, conscious longevity, and stress management—and integrated with the landscape and architecture of the property and the regional cuisine.
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Space hurricanes occur in the Earth’s ionosphere and magnetosphere near the magnetic poles, where streams of energetic particles interact with the atmosphere.
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Finally, employees who feel like their benefits work for them are often more engaged and less likely to leave.
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One came from JaYoung Kim, a high school English teacher who, over 15 years in the classroom, had seen her students become less engaged and have more social-emotional issues.
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The acquisition aims to fuel Air Sprint's next phase of growth, including fleet expansion, operational enhancements, and technology investments to solidify its market leadership.
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October 1 is the deadline for formalizing operational plans for the upcoming water year.
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Similarly, the lively Doyles Irish Pub serves classic pub fare such as wings, a Reuben sandwich, and fish and chips.
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In the evening, Banff’s newest late-night spot, The Dusty Boot Saloon, channels cowboy country motifs through nostalgic saloon energy and a lively dance hall, stage for live music and hidden lounges.
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Now, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue says its diligent job is done, signaling full containment of the fires soon.
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Since then, Roberts, who will also manage the NL All-Star team, has appreciated how diligent Pages has remained in his routine.
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The automatic stay halts proceedings but doesn't compel creditors to undo pre-petition filings without operative effect.
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Helms-Burton is, three decades after its enactment, fully operative against both categories of defendants, at least where Cuban entities are concerned.
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Annecy, which was established as a bi-annual event in 1960 and shifted to a yearly event in 1998, hosts a main competition every year, with roughly 10 or so animated films of all types — from 2D to 3D to stop-motion — competing for the Cristal for Best Feature Film.
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The film features an original score by acclaimed composer Christophe Beck, whose iconic work on Disney’s Frozen and Frozen II has resonated with audiences around the world and helped define a generation of animated storytelling.
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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