as in creative
having a role in deciding something's final form
his experiences as an exchange student played a constructive part in the course that his life would take
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Recent Examples of constructive
Their relationship is constructive and supportive, with genuine moments of care.
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Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 30 Dec. 2025
Of course, the internet can also be a place of critique, but Godinez says she’s welcomed opposing parenting beliefs and constructive criticism.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 17 Dec. 2025
Toth’s approach to uncertainty is measured and constructive.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has his priorities but is willing to make concessions through constructive negotiations—although a seat at the table would be a good start.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 16 Dec. 2025
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Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 30 Dec. 2025
Of course, the internet can also be a place of critique, but Godinez says she’s welcomed opposing parenting beliefs and constructive criticism.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 17 Dec. 2025
Toth’s approach to uncertainty is measured and constructive.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 16 Dec. 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has his priorities but is willing to make concessions through constructive negotiations—although a seat at the table would be a good start.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Time, 16 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for constructive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructive
Adjective
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The Town will shift its focus toward fresh, creative ways to celebrate Addison's incredible culinary scene.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Always ready for fun, Rose enjoys laughing, moving and finding creative ways to express herself.—
The Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In December the Lamont administration distributed the last of its 2025 brownfields grants, which will help bring 16 properties on more than 200 acres back into productive use, said Matthew Pugliese, deputy commissioner of state economic and community development.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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Being polite about the topic at hand will help your conversations stay productive.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Constructive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructive. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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