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reactive

[ree-ak-tiv] / riˈæk tɪv /




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“Crypto’s 24/7 structure, higher leverage, and more reactive retail base mean it often front-runs macro moves, both on the way down and in recovery,” says Zhang.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

"We've converted vaccine development from being reactive to being future proof. Our vaccines will continue to provide protection against viruses even as they mutate into new strains," said Heeney.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

That raises an uncomfortable question: Are these rule changes thoughtful evolutions in index design, or reactive attempts to preserve competitiveness?

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

"They know how reactive we can be, so literally I can get a phone call, email, WhatsApp message in the morning, and we can be there within hours."

From BBC • May 27, 2026

The chemosterilants of this group are alkylating agents, which are extremely reactive chemicals, capable of intense cell destruction, damage to chromosomes, and production of mutations.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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