How to Use proactive in a Sentence

proactive

adjective
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  • A survey was given out to customers so that the company could take proactive steps to improve their service.
  • The city is taking a proactive approach to fighting crime by hiring more police officers.
  • Elizalde said the best way to keep students and staff safe is to be proactive.
    — Talia Richman, Dallas News, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Be proactive near the 10th, when your ruler, Jupiter, has your back, and dare to dream and follow through near the 12th.
    — Katharine Merlin, Town & Country, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Go and find singers and be proactive, and make good music.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 19 Apr. 2023
  • The County’s response to growth has not been proactive.
    — Charlotte Observer, 29 Feb. 2024
  • Still, Buettner and Vetrone urged people to be proactive as the sun starts shining.
    — Christian Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Easley said Citizens could see the writing on the wall, and wanted to be proactive.
    — Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Apr. 2024
  • Still, the move appears to be proactive rather than a response to a specific threat.
    — Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 2 July 2024
  • There are proactive steps companies can and should take to mitigate the risk.
    — Allison Herren Lee, Fortune, 31 July 2023
  • Gun crime needs proactive policing — taking the criminals who use guns for crime off the streets.
    — Dave Yost, National Review, 10 Jan. 2024
  • Bell says that Aries are natural leaders and tend to be proactive.
    — Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2024
  • The Big 12's proactive early deal has added a sense of urgency, along with the flirtations of some schools with the Big 12 (Colorado, Arizona).
    — Scott Springer, The Enquirer, 2 July 2023
  • My client had no choice but to be proactive in protecting herself by filing the complaint.
    — Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 12 May 2023
  • So, Smith calls on those who remain to be proactive and engage in the public process in a way that reflects well on all hunters, trappers and anglers.
    — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 20 Mar. 2024
  • This is a non-invasive way to understand your overall health and be more proactive.
    — ELLE, 14 Apr. 2023
  • The key to making on-time payments and staying on top of debt is being a proactive manager of your student loans.
    — Nerdwallet, The Mercury News, 5 June 2024
  • Advertisement One benefit of the pilot: a chance to think, plan and be proactive.
    — Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2024
  • Altman struck a proactive tone in the hearing, calling Hawley’s concerns one of his greatest fears.
    — Cat Zakrzewski, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2023
  • In light of these challenges, the success of these initiatives hinges on having leaders who are proactive and well informed.
    — Sharon Lemac-Vincere, WIRED, 29 June 2024
  • The high-end chain of medical centers is taking a proactive approach to healthcare.
    — Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2024
  • The abrupt move showed that Saudi Arabia is determined to be proactive to keep prices high, perhaps in the range of $90 a barrel, some analysts said.
    — Stanley Reed, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2023
  • The abrupt move showed Saudi Arabia is determined to be proactive to keep prices high, perhaps in the range of $90 a barrel, some analysts said.
    — Stanley Reed, BostonGlobe.com, 3 Apr. 2023
  • Perhaps Houston's front office will be proactive over the next week in hopes of bolstering next year's roster.
    — Michael Shapiro, Chron, 3 Feb. 2023
  • Some islanders take a proactive approach to their beauty routines.
    — Audrey Noble, Allure, 3 Apr. 2023
  • Be proactive about asking for feedback from the people around you, and when it is given, do take it constructively.
    — Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • The team has a proactive response to the number of pets from disadvantaged areas ending up in shelters.
    — Stephen Humphries, The Christian Science Monitor, 24 May 2024
  • Truelove protests and asks why he’s being penalized for being proactive in his efforts to get housed.
    — Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2023
  • This record shows the legitimate reasons to question whether Harris would be able to make a proactive case for herself — not just a negative case against Trump.
    — Christian Paz, Vox, 21 July 2024
  • To secure the nomination this August, Harris can paint a proactive vision for America.
    — Brea Baker, refinery29.com, 22 July 2024

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