actively

as in diligently
in a manner involving great or constant activity he's been working actively toward the goal of opening his own restaurant

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  • The washer dryer has a pet feature that’s designed to wash blankets, dog beds and other pet accessories more vigorously to eliminate odors.
    Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 2025
  • One notable example came Monday, when White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller vigorously defended the deportation from the Oval Office as Trump met El Salvador President Nayib Bukele.
    Niall Stanage, The Hill, 17 Apr. 2025
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“Actively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actively. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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