as in informative
providing useful information or knowledge
an instructive demonstration of the proper way to pack a suitcase so your clothes don't arrive in a mess
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Recent Examples of instructive
Another global format hit has also been instructive in reality TV’s role in the streaming switch for CME.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2025
And even though two centuries have softened many of these Regency considerations, aspects of these types are instructive in our own time.
—Chris Cohen, Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025
Each episode is both thoughtful about the process without being overly instructive, letting the joys of these little adventures take priority.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
An instructive case is the fate of the Sackner Archive of Concrete and Visual Poetry, a unique and gargantuan store of 75,000 artworks, mostly consisting of books and paper, based on words and typography that was the life’s work of a Miami couple, Ruth and Marvin Sackner.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 Nov. 2025
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2025
And even though two centuries have softened many of these Regency considerations, aspects of these types are instructive in our own time.
—Chris Cohen, Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025
Each episode is both thoughtful about the process without being overly instructive, letting the joys of these little adventures take priority.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
An instructive case is the fate of the Sackner Archive of Concrete and Visual Poetry, a unique and gargantuan store of 75,000 artworks, mostly consisting of books and paper, based on words and typography that was the life’s work of a Miami couple, Ruth and Marvin Sackner.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for instructive
Adjective
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There are still several informative private economic updates that Wall Street can review.—
Fortune,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Full color pages, informative charts and concise articles also set the outlet apart from others.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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Looking ahead, the family hopes to expand Lilo’s brand with educational content for kids, teaching basic concepts like shapes and numbers, while continuing to entertain sports fans around the world.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Jason Phillips,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Perhaps most consequential in this move will be the expansion of the states’ authority and responsibility for educative quality within their jurisdictions.—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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While apples-to-apples comparisons aren’t possible, a look at the streaming businesses is educative for identifying longer-term trends.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Called the Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words, the SIPPS curriculum has students participate in explicit instructional routines focused on phonics and phonemic awareness.—
Amy Stark Shireman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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The program also calls for high quality instructional materials, a longer school day once a week and more emphasis on math and reading.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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While the agency did agree to hold an public informational hearing, DEEP rejected the request for a more robust adjudicatory hearing, citing issues with the town and Save the Sound’s applications.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
9 Jan. 2026
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The ultra-cinematic heroics feel too large and dazzling for the material, the classic movie tropes too formulaic, and the illuminating effect of all of it is more mechanical than organic.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Dec. 2025
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Molly’s world comes to life in performances from Rob Delaney, Robby Hoffman, Esco Jouléy, Paula Pell, and David Rasche, who turn a show that could come off as cramped and maudlin into a story that feels expansive, joyful, illuminating.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Instructive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instructive. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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