as in spontaneous
done in immediate response to something especially without thinking or planning
He realized his aggressive response to their criticisms had been reactive. The board stressed the need for a less reactive and more proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Recent Examples of reactive
This shift from reactive to predictive maintenance is the cornerstone of modern grid reliability.
—
Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
For example, Arencia’s Vitamin C Booster Shot Serum helps people with reactive skin find their glow by using a familiar vitamin C duo—pure ascorbic acid for that immediate brightening boost, plus 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid (50,000 ppm, which translates to about 5%).
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 May 2026
By embedding predictive intelligence and automation into enterprise operations, Infolob aims to help clients shift from reactive support toward more proactive optimization.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The idea, rooted in the Taiji principle of Yin and Yang, is to make choreographed movement look genuinely reactive – the way real fighting looks.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 May 2026
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Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
For example, Arencia’s Vitamin C Booster Shot Serum helps people with reactive skin find their glow by using a familiar vitamin C duo—pure ascorbic acid for that immediate brightening boost, plus 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid (50,000 ppm, which translates to about 5%).
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 May 2026
By embedding predictive intelligence and automation into enterprise operations, Infolob aims to help clients shift from reactive support toward more proactive optimization.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The idea, rooted in the Taiji principle of Yin and Yang, is to make choreographed movement look genuinely reactive – the way real fighting looks.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for reactive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reactive
Adjective
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November 22 – December 21 A spontaneous move at home could create more freedom than expected today.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 A spontaneous move at home could create more freedom than expected today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 May 2026
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For one, the home would need to have a supply of electrical and mechanical resources that are fairly reliable, since Farney says that a data center will exceed residential power supply really fast.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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When the program switched from optional to automatic enrollment, participation rose from 40% to 100%.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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Released in 2024, the titanium timepiece is equipped with a levitating flying tourbillon that allows the wearer to alternate between automatic and manual modes.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Eva Petzel, who will be an inspector working in Crown Point on election day, worked with mechanic Doug Kiser on a practice tutorial at the Lake County Government Complex on Saturday.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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Voters will decide in November on whether the union leader and mechanic stays in the seat ahead of the 2027 legislative session.—
Lina Ruiz
May 1,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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As the protagonist Ben in Night of the Living Dead (1968), Duane Jones unveiled a distinct facet of pre-conditioned Black martyrdom.—
Malik Peay,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2023
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The new formula is infused with a luscious blend of flower oils so that lashes feel conditioned and supple to the touch.—
Daisy Maldonado,
SELF,
13 Sep. 2022
Adjective
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The useful answer may be simpler than expected once the real priority becomes obvious.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The decor with sheepskin rugs and arm lamps for reading lights is neither flashy nor overtly quirky, but simple and homey, as if it were designed by a tasteful Scandinavian grandmother who relocated to the wilds of Patagonia.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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“Reactive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reactive. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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