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
As this is the centenary of our 30th president Calvin Coolidge, his economic philosophy might be instructive for contemporary politicians who keep taxing and spending beyond the means of many to keep up.
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Arkansas Online, 24 Mar. 2026
The reaction in financial markets was instructive.
—Jay Caruso, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
O’Brien’s Hot Ones observation is instructive about what fills the void left by traditional late night.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
LastPass's on-screen instructions also guide you through the setup process in a way that is both instructive and not too simplistic, which is great.
—Kim Key, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
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Arkansas Online, 24 Mar. 2026
The reaction in financial markets was instructive.
—Jay Caruso, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026
O’Brien’s Hot Ones observation is instructive about what fills the void left by traditional late night.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
LastPass's on-screen instructions also guide you through the setup process in a way that is both instructive and not too simplistic, which is great.
—Kim Key, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for instructive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instructive
Adjective
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Citizens Action Coalition members encouraged concerned ratepayers to stay informed, get organized, attend informative events and take action.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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There are also deleted scenes and a trailer, and an accompanying booklet is stuffed with informative essays and interviews (including an analysis by the always astute film noir expert Travis Woods).—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Clubs will be able to draw training and support from White Ribbon, while the UK government will collaborate with the league and its foundation on educational resources.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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The information provided is for educational purposes and should not be construed as financial, investment or trading advice.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 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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The district spokesperson said Friday that as part of its contingency planning, LAUSD is preparing to provide take-home instructional materials and access to online learning, along with devices and internet connectivity where needed.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Fee increases were approved by the board Thursday for instructional materials, which fund textbooks and workbooks; peer program fees in early childhood education, which fund SPED instructors for students; transportation service fees; and meal prices.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
William Jones,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In one of the novel’s most illuminating scenes, Emily explains her novel to her sisters, reaching for their worn copy of Paradise Lost to make her point.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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The gals’ night together becomes an illuminating, madcap journey, transforming their feud into friendship.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Instructive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instructive. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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