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proactive

[proh-ak-tiv] / proʊˈæk tɪv /


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What do I need to know about military benefits and how can I get my mom to be proactive about getting his end-of-life finances in order?

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

Around the issue of noise, Universal Studios Hollywood has been proactive with Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, devoting a website to just how silent and unobtrusive its groundbreaking coaster would be.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

"I encourage patients to be proactive and use the checklist to start a conversation with their primary care provider about any concerning bowel changes."

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

The FAA said the review is a proactive step and doesn’t reflect a heightened risk.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

First off, I just wasn’t the proactive, petition-pounding type.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx




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