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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Recent Examples of actively
Indeed, despite the appearance of calm, gangs were actively battling for territory in parts of the capital during the visit.
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Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 17 June 2026
ZipRecruiter’s Invite to Apply feature enables employers to contact prospects whose skills match an open role, including passive candidates who may not be actively searching for a new job.
—Audrey Payne, CNBC, 16 June 2026
The wax and sealant not only restores your chrome wheels’ glossy shine but also protects them by actively repelling brake dust, road salt and other debris.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
The peace that comes from endlessly monitoring the six different screens that provide proof that his house is not actively being invaded.
—Carrie McCrossen, New Yorker, 16 June 2026
For Doublesoul, Ellsworth’s investment is a strong vote of confidence in the company’s mission to transform the everyday sock category from a commodity purchase into a brand consumers actively seek out.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Under a new directive, Air Force leaders are required to prioritize resource allocation and actively remove bureaucratic and administrative obstacles to keep programs on schedule.
—David Szondy
june 15, New Atlas, 15 June 2026
The sonar users searched more for fish before even fishing, while the other team spent more time actively fishing.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Understanding the details of a diagnosis, weighing treatment options carefully and participating actively in decision-making can help women not only navigate the present, but protect their future as well.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 17 June 2026
ZipRecruiter’s Invite to Apply feature enables employers to contact prospects whose skills match an open role, including passive candidates who may not be actively searching for a new job.
—Audrey Payne, CNBC, 16 June 2026
The wax and sealant not only restores your chrome wheels’ glossy shine but also protects them by actively repelling brake dust, road salt and other debris.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
The peace that comes from endlessly monitoring the six different screens that provide proof that his house is not actively being invaded.
—Carrie McCrossen, New Yorker, 16 June 2026
For Doublesoul, Ellsworth’s investment is a strong vote of confidence in the company’s mission to transform the everyday sock category from a commodity purchase into a brand consumers actively seek out.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Under a new directive, Air Force leaders are required to prioritize resource allocation and actively remove bureaucratic and administrative obstacles to keep programs on schedule.
—David Szondy
june 15, New Atlas, 15 June 2026
The sonar users searched more for fish before even fishing, while the other team spent more time actively fishing.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
Understanding the details of a diagnosis, weighing treatment options carefully and participating actively in decision-making can help women not only navigate the present, but protect their future as well.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actively
Adverb
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Just be sure to diligently shop around for accounts before making a decision, as even minor interest rate differences among banks can add up to substantial earnings differences over time.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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By updating ordinances in advance, and diligently collecting information about any data center proposals that are made, local officials and citizens can protect the best interests of their communities.—
Michael Helbing,
The Conversation,
11 June 2026
Adverb
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Angry fingers jab at the California Public Utilities Commission, perhaps more vigorously than at the utilities themselves.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
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My office will continue to vigorously prosecute defendants who pose serious threats to our community’s safety, especially our children.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Adverb
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Flush with cash from the AI boom, Nvidia has been busily pushing its vision for physical AI through multiple robotics initiatives.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
17 June 2026
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Ortsan has been busily showing the new Mini House Caravan at various camper fairs around Turkey.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 June 2026
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“Actively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actively. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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