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
Busy Day Soup This dish only requires 15 minutes of active time and there is no chopping or peeling involved.
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Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
The Axeman of New Orleans was a serial killer who was active between the years of 1918 and 1919.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Backed by Sweden’s Wallenberg family and listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm, EQT has been one of the most active private markets firms in global equity capital markets this year.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Police said this was an isolated incident between two people who knew each other, and there is no active threat to the community.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
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Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
The Axeman of New Orleans was a serial killer who was active between the years of 1918 and 1919.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Backed by Sweden’s Wallenberg family and listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm, EQT has been one of the most active private markets firms in global equity capital markets this year.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Police said this was an isolated incident between two people who knew each other, and there is no active threat to the community.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
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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
Adjective
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With the right team in place, sessions feel warm, energetic, and inviting.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Williams went viral for his energetic behavior on the sideline during the game.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Greg Tate, Joan Morgan, and Mike Davis then became my models of engaged writing and criticism.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
28 Oct. 2025
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The two began dating in 2003 and quickly became engaged.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Beyond legal costs, Powers Gardner detailed new security and operational burdens.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Humain has been using the AI system internally to run much of its HR, finance, legal, operational and IT departments.—
Tala Alrajjal,
CNN Money,
2 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The question of how to manage Indiana's forests sparks some of the livelier and more contentious debates among local environmentalists.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
29 Oct. 2025
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Inside a converted warehouse (complete with an outdoor patio), the lively, family-friendly taproom serves creative small-batch brews, drawing a steady mix of locals and visitors.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For those who are still in therapy, being diligent and consistent with your treatment plan is extremely important for reducing long-term risk.—
Marnie Goodfriend,
Flow Space,
27 Oct. 2025
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Meaning, his sons balance a hearty rotation of sports and academics, but the Farrers are also diligent about working in time for volunteer projects, too.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Picture every Caribbean cliché and Barbados fits the bill, a Goldilocks island with the just-right combination of easygoing culture, world-class beaches, and co-operative weather.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
28 Oct. 2025
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Always bring a full list of your supplements to your pre-operative visit.—
Ayesha Gulzar,
Verywell Health,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Awards were given out across 33 categories, with winners in the narrative, documentary, and animated shorts categories achieving Oscar eligibility.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Despite being a pretty great animated sitcom in its own right, Dispatch will need to quickly start leaning further into its immersive elements to justify its place (and price tag) among a crowded streaming landscape.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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