1
as in creative
having a role in deciding something's final form
contributed several productive ideas to the project
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as in prolific
producing abundantly
overfishing has depleted the stock of fish in these waters, which were once so productive
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as in efficient
producing or capable of producing a desired result
panicking during a crisis is not productive behavior
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Recent Examples of productive
Whether or not diplomatic talks are productive, the need for defense systems in the region has only grown.
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Likewise, American workers and their families likely would save less and borrow more in anticipation of higher wages, the payoff for being more productive; that would put still more pressure on rates to rise.
—Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
With the addition of productive veterans and, more critically, the growth of cornerstones like Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier, McTavish’s malaise has been easy to overlook.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
This feature allows for a more productive way to use multiple apps in unison.
—New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2026
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Likewise, American workers and their families likely would save less and borrow more in anticipation of higher wages, the payoff for being more productive; that would put still more pressure on rates to rise.
—Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 2 Mar. 2026
With the addition of productive veterans and, more critically, the growth of cornerstones like Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier, McTavish’s malaise has been easy to overlook.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
This feature allows for a more productive way to use multiple apps in unison.
—New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for productive
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Invite friends to share their recent creative ideas with you to revel in mutual inspiration.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Automakers in China have resorted to creative financing schemes to spur consumer demand.—
Matthew Chin,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Sunflowers' big, prolific heads contain smaller flowers inside the circular disc, a nectar and pollen playground for pollinators that also yields seeds and oil.—
Michelle Darrisaw,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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His artist idol Harvey is one of the most popular and prolific wildlife artists in the world.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2026
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When companies roll out new machines or technology, their workers can become more efficient and produce more stuff per hour.—
Paul Wiseman,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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This page has been keeping faith in the personal touch, believing that even as AI makes many workplace tasks more efficient, the smart bot will never fully replace the smart human.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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But Lawrence only offered constructive criticism.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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The analyst said the downsizing should increase its earnings power, underpinning a more constructive stance on the name.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2026
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After danger of frost has passed, plant bulbs 2 inches deep in fertile, slightly acidic, well-draining soil.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
27 Feb. 2026
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The labor-intensive process of converting play calls into diagrams has also proven to be a fertile learning ground for the crop of coaches that have come up under them.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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But body-weight resistance is generally the safest and most effective place to start — regardless of age.—
Dana Santas Feb 28,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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Polinger’s film tells the story of an ordinary 12-year-old named Ben (Everett Blunck), who is attending a summer water polo camp (led by an effective Joel Edgerton).—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
28 Feb. 2026
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Mounted on decadent floral walls of rich textures, The Dean boasts Dublin’s largest collection of distinctive Irish art, showcasing more than 40 local talents, including Eoin Holland, Mark Francis, Richard Gorman, Patrick Scott, and Samuel Walsh.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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His repression and economic mismanagement mean Iran is in desperate and self-evident need of change, his people yearning to be freer and richer.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Any space that gets abundant light and can maintain a sufficient amount of humidity can sustain a fruitful orange tree.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2026
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And once again, a counterattack down the left to Harris ended up fruitful.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Productive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/productive. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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