proactive
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Dr. Susan Partovi, a street medic for 22 years, has been advocating for more proactive intervention for those in obvious distress.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026
In a statement, Leicestershire Police said: "Local officers are working with the local authority and will have proactive patrols in place over the weekend."
From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026
Extreme heat can create excess strain on your AC — but experts say there are proactive measures that you can take to cut costs without sacrificing comfort.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026
But Rowe said social media companies should be more proactive in preventing this kind of content from spreading.
From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026
I decide it can’t hurt to be proactive here, so I type in her address and start an email before I can stop myself.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
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