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passively

/pæsɪvli/ adverb · British & US
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What does passively mean?

adverb

Done or happening without active participation; not taking an active role. Used to describe an action or process that is carried out without effort or intention.

Example

"The company was sold passively to a rival firm without any input from the original owners."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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