proactive
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Learner's definition of PROACTIVE
[more proactive; most proactive]
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controlling a situation by making things happen or by preparing for possible future problems
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compare reactive
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A survey was given out to customers so that the company could take proactive steps to improve their service.
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The city is taking a proactive approach to fighting crime by hiring more police officers.
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adverb-
Regular exercise is one way to fight heart disease proactively.
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