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as in favorable
tending to promote or assist the development of something
the claim that the state's long-standing antitax attitude is conducive to entrepreneurship
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as in helpful
providing service or assistance
the noisy environment of the dorms was not very conducive to studying
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Recent Examples of conducive
There’s also the issue that many types of products just aren’t conducive to refills, especially the popular pouch variety which need to be made from a thinner plastic so they can be squeezed.
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Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
The department said the equipment was not conducive to a therapeutic environment.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Beijing calls for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, Xi was cited as saying by Xinhua, while supporting all efforts conducive to restoring peace and remaining committed to resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means.
—Will Clark, NBC news, 20 Apr. 2026
The Pilgrims spent several weeks here in 1620—long enough to agree on both the Mayflower Compact and that these lands, long settled by the Nauset Nation, weren’t conducive to their colonial ambitions.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
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Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026
The department said the equipment was not conducive to a therapeutic environment.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Beijing calls for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, Xi was cited as saying by Xinhua, while supporting all efforts conducive to restoring peace and remaining committed to resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means.
—Will Clark, NBC news, 20 Apr. 2026
The Pilgrims spent several weeks here in 1620—long enough to agree on both the Mayflower Compact and that these lands, long settled by the Nauset Nation, weren’t conducive to their colonial ambitions.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conducive
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Consider a personal loan for debt consolidation For borrowers who can't qualify for a favorable balance transfer offer or for those who would prefer a different route, debt consolidation could make more sense.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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How to Get Around Montréal's ease and affordability are among its biggest draws for college students, and right now, the favorable exchange rate certainly helps.—
Megan Wallitsch,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the sandals have a thick leather strap that provides a pillowy cushion around the top of the foot, which is helpful for anyone with foot ailments.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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For example, some users reported an AI tool that analyzes the cost of legislation is helpful, while other reported errors with the technology.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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The video titles, descriptions and opening sequences often give the illusion that the content is educational and beneficial for toddlers and preschoolers.—
Dana Suskind,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Basil and tomatoes share a mutually beneficial relationship.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
30 Apr. 2026
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Our expert take The Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express is a low-fee card with generous cash-back rewards and useful ongoing benefits, such as a monthly Disney Bundle credit.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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Sites that preserve soft-bodied organisms are even rarer because soft tissues decompose more easily, making these places especially useful for piecing together prehistoric ecosystems.—
Marlowe Starling,
Quanta Magazine,
1 May 2026
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“Conducive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conducive. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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