reactively
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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But it has the best chance of success when it’s approached proactively rather than reactively.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
This is our chance to do more, to act strategically rather than reactively, but the window of opportunity is closing.
From Salon • Aug. 13, 2023
In recent weeks, Mr. Hackett has watched some companies move reactively instead of purposefully in responding to the economic downturn.
From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2023
And the bodyguard, who stays attached to Curry everywhere he goes except when he’s performing as Stephen Curry on a basketball court, reactively extends an open hand — the international symbol for No!
From Washington Post • Jan. 17, 2023
"Companies only respond reactively to faults at the moment, not proactively," explains Prof Kirill Horoshenkov.
From BBC • Dec. 25, 2022
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