proactive
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But in Roy, an enthusiastic and tenacious California deputy attorney general, the city will have a proactive top litigator who’s ready to play offense.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
He said that he has begun to investigate DWP after reports of the high bills, but that a more proactive approach would allow for more transparency.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
A spokesman for the reserve bank said that the website was taken offline “while we implement proactive maintenance.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
Officials initially opted to wait for the shark to leave on its own, but took a more proactive approach amid growing concerns for its well-being.
From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 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
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