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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Recent Examples of active
Fungicides labeled for powdery mildew include products containing the active ingredients chlorothalonil, myclobutanil, and propiconazole.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
But integrating all those capabilities into a single adaptive material without relying on motors, active mechanical systems, or complicated electronics is what makes the project immensely interesting.
—New Atlas, 25 May 2026
The company avoided active aero systems to reduce weight and maintain cleaner exterior surfaces.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
Members of Gold Star families, local active-duty military members, law enforcement officers, first responders and veterans read the names in order of death as inscribed on the park’s memorial wall.
—Daily News, 25 May 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
But integrating all those capabilities into a single adaptive material without relying on motors, active mechanical systems, or complicated electronics is what makes the project immensely interesting.
—New Atlas, 25 May 2026
The company avoided active aero systems to reduce weight and maintain cleaner exterior surfaces.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 May 2026
Members of Gold Star families, local active-duty military members, law enforcement officers, first responders and veterans read the names in order of death as inscribed on the park’s memorial wall.
—Daily News, 25 May 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
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Green auroras, the most common type, form when energetic particles excite oxygen atoms about 60 to 150 miles (100 to 250 km) above Earth.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 May 2026
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Conversations with partners, friends and spouses will be lively and energetic.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 May 2026
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The most active and engaged individuals, commonly referred to as fans, can also undertake activities relative to creation and content production.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
21 May 2026
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Do it because engaged teams stay longer, perform better and bring others with them.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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However, since’s Duffy’s 2025 declarations, both Blue Origin and SpaceX have announced operational changes aimed at demonstrating their commitment to NASA’s moon plans.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
22 May 2026
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Mussio said the company is asking for the tax abatement to reduce some of the facility’s operational costs early on as it gets established.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
22 May 2026
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Hotel San Luis Obispo is located in the very walkable downtown, and the lobby bursts with energy on weekend evenings, thanks to its lively restaurant and bar.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
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Caught up in a lively dialogue?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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There’s yet another reason to be diligent with your daily SPF.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
14 May 2026
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In the end, after a monthslong investigation and diligent forensic work, partial remains of 70 of the 110 victims were identified and returned to family members who, to this day, carry the pain of that day in 1996.—
Hank Tester,
CBS News,
12 May 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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And with knee surgeries, rehab is most important in the early stages of post-operative recovery.—
Jeff Fedotin,
Forbes.com,
20 May 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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Toons boom across the Croisette this year, with colorful features opening Critics’ Week, closing Directors’ Fortnight, and appearing across nearly every section — further cementing Cannes’ status as a premier launchpad for animated cinema.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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“Active.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/active. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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