as in diligently
in a manner involving great or constant activity
he's been working actively toward the goal of opening his own restaurant
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Recent Examples of actively
As aides at the Capitol were actively building a stage for the celebratory event, meant to communicate a big cost-of-living win to voters, the president abruptly canceled it.
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Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Bill Haley, who is currently running for the Sixth District seat on the Jackson County Legislature, said that when complaints began to rise in 2023, schools and other taxing jurisdictions should have actively prepared to absorb the financial impact.
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Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
If leaders are not present and actively developing people, the system degrades—quietly at first, then all at once.
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Brian Coyne,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But the Celtics were reportedly close to getting something done, and were actively shopping the dynamic 6-foot-6 guard to 8-10 teams across the NBA.
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Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Psychologists say platonic connection should be actively promoted in schools, workplaces, public spaces and entertainment.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
The interactions show how the most minor infraction can lead to an arrest, and how officers actively communicate and plan with ICE agents.
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Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
Bill Haley, who is currently running for the Sixth District seat on the Jackson County Legislature, said that when complaints began to rise in 2023, schools and other taxing jurisdictions should have actively prepared to absorb the financial impact.
—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
If leaders are not present and actively developing people, the system degrades—quietly at first, then all at once.
—
Brian Coyne,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
But the Celtics were reportedly close to getting something done, and were actively shopping the dynamic 6-foot-6 guard to 8-10 teams across the NBA.
—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Psychologists say platonic connection should be actively promoted in schools, workplaces, public spaces and entertainment.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2026
The interactions show how the most minor infraction can lead to an arrest, and how officers actively communicate and plan with ICE agents.
—
Aj Willingham,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actively
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Just be sure to diligently shop around for accounts before making a decision, as even minor interest rate differences among banks can add up to substantial earnings differences over time.
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By updating ordinances in advance, and diligently collecting information about any data center proposals that are made, local officials and citizens can protect the best interests of their communities.
Adverb
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The mixture should bubble vigorously and not produce a smell other than the smell of vinegar.
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Shake vigorously until chilled.
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Flush with cash from the AI boom, Nvidia has been busily pushing its vision for physical AI through multiple robotics initiatives.
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Ortsan has been busily showing the new Mini House Caravan at various camper fairs around Turkey.
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“Actively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actively. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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