passively

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The ranking also includes “smart beta” ETFs, which are run passively but built on active investment strategies.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

RNA-based monitoring may offer an advantage because cancer cells actively secrete RNA rather than passively shedding DNA.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

Under the system that rotates policy votes among the Fed’s 12 reserve-bank presidents, Musalem had a say on interest-rate policy last year but will participate passively in 2026.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Approachable, practical counsel on how to make it, however, is no longer as passively accessible as it once was.

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2026

Angela was passively happy to be going to the dance, but not really interested in Eric.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer