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Originally Posted by DanaC

What if you actually want to use the word 'impact'? In order to add emphasis with a less neutral term?

Well sometimes it may be appropriate, but I think it should be coupled with "on" (or "upon"). Consider:
1. The changes have not yet impacted the economy.
2. The changes have not yet impacted on the economy.
3. The changes have not yet had any impact on the economy.

I'm fine with 3. I find 2 dubious. 1 makes me want to slap any "professional" who utters it.

I'm happy with proactive. It is the opposite of reactive. It means taking the initiative.

I have been banned from four supermarkets for abusing the staff about the sign which says "Twelve items of less". FEWER! FEWER!!!! FFFFEEEEEWWWWWEEEEERRRRR!!!!!!!

hang on ahhhhh