proactive

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"Shifting the paradigm toward proactive prevention strategies earlier in life can meaningfully change the trajectory of cardiovascular disease and lead to better health outcomes for people decades later," says Seth Martin, M.D.,

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

We have been so proactive in that space.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

About 18 months ago, the council of Gwynedd, in north-west Wales, made what it called a "proactive step" to limit the number of second homes in the area.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Orcel said the only change in that scenario would be UniCredit becoming more proactive on sharing its views on the path forward for the German bank.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

It’s amazing that no one has yet blamed me for not being more proactive in the battle against the cow.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green