proactively

adverb

pro·​ac·​tive·​ly (ˌ)prō-ˈak-tiv-lē How to pronounce proactively (audio)
: in a proactive manner : in a way that anticipates future problems, needs, or changes
… a system that allows us to alert customers if there's an issue with travel, whether their flight is delayed or proactively letting them know there is a transit strike in New York, or whatever.Steven Barnhart
By working proactively with charter organizations and other outside groups, district leaders could take a role in shaping the array of new alternative schools so that it benefits students most …Los Angeles Times

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During the sync process, Dropbox proactively looks for the new file on your LAN, bypassing the need to download the file from Dropbox's online servers. Robert Anderson, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024 When the motor starts to run hot, the OEM can proactively alert the plant operator before a major outage occurs. Chris Turlica, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 But should that stop them from proactively identifying chemicals, taking a hard look at chemicals? Jonquilyn Hill, Vox, 5 Nov. 2024 The utilities proactively de-energize sections of their network, a process known as public safety power shutoffs, in areas that officials have determined are at the highest risk for fire starts. Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for proactively 

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of proactively was in 1961

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“Proactively.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proactively. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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