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Recent Examples of proactive Regardless, companies like The Image have a vision for what the next chapter of AI could look like—AI assistants that are more than tools, but proactive digital companions. Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 17 May 2025 His work on red teaming generative AI and proactive compliance was recognized by American Lawyer for 2024 best use of generative AI and by the Financial Times as the 2024 new service for the management of risk. Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 May 2025 Next Move, a proactive assistant that suggests actions based on what’s on your screen Other options include the ability to create images in Image Studio or create a playlist in Playlist Studio. PC Magazine, 15 May 2025 By recognizing the signs and taking proactive steps, couples can work toward restoring intimacy and connection. Ian Kerner, CNN Money, 3 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for proactive
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Adjective
  • Younger teammates were cautious to approach him, mindful of his intense dedication to his process and wary of disrupting it.
    Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 22 May 2025
  • While there's no way to know who will have a reaction to the stings, Suiter says that anyone who carries an Epipen for other stinging insects should be exceptionally cautious.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
Adjective
  • Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.
    Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
  • Many participants with conflicting ideologies also reported cohabiting peacefully for the most part, while being careful not to bring up divisive topics and focus on their similarities instead.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025

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“Proactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proactive. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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