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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
Matt Chapman shined in his return to the lineup, Willy Adames had his most productive night of the season, and Logan Webb did not disappoint his friends and family members in attendance in a 7-2 win over the Athletics at Sutter Health Park.
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Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 6 July 2025
Earlier this year, when Muncy was struggling mightily through the opening month of the year, there were growing calls from the fan base for the team to find a more productive replacement before the July 31 deadline.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
Shortstop Mikey Romero has been Portland’s most productive player at the plate, leading all current Sea Dogs players in home runs (7), OPS (.829) hits (49) and doubles (13).
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 July 2025
About an hour later, Johnson emerged from a series of closed-door meetings telling reporters that Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance had productive conversations with the holdouts overnight.
—Nik Popli, Time, 3 July 2025
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Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 6 July 2025
Earlier this year, when Muncy was struggling mightily through the opening month of the year, there were growing calls from the fan base for the team to find a more productive replacement before the July 31 deadline.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025
Shortstop Mikey Romero has been Portland’s most productive player at the plate, leading all current Sea Dogs players in home runs (7), OPS (.829) hits (49) and doubles (13).
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 July 2025
About an hour later, Johnson emerged from a series of closed-door meetings telling reporters that Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance had productive conversations with the holdouts overnight.
—Nik Popli, Time, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for productive
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The project raised eyebrows among U.S. artists, many of whom are deeply wary of the use of AI in creative pursuits.—
Wendy Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2025
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Acting star Toby Jones has suggested the UK drama sector is going through an existential crisis as its grapples with developments such as the rise of AI and competition from globals streamers as well as growing income barriers for entry into the creative industries.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
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There have been other prolific receiving combos for the Bucs.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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During his prolific seven-decade career, Wright designed more than 1,000 buildings, about half of which were realized.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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Without an accountant on staff, one of the most efficient ways to handle these responsibilities is by using accounting software.—
Mia Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2025
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Today's dishwashers are much more efficient, using just 3 to 4 gallons of water per load.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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With 73 countries now involved, the platform offers a new model of constructive multilateralism, grounded in country ownership and solutions that match the moment. 3.—
Michael Sheldrick,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The next president should enter office with a clear and constructive vision for the future of American foreign policy and move to realize it with the same alacrity the Trump administration has displayed in its first 100 days.—
REBECCA LISSNER,
Foreign Affairs,
24 June 2025
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So the human quest for fertilizer—substances to make the soil fertile—followed fast on the heels of agriculture itself.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
29 June 2025
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In the Veneto region, vineyards stretch across gravelly river plains and fertile plains near the Adriatic Sea.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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According to the team, this research indicates that ghost crabs are effective predators of the early life phase of sea turtles with a taste for meat.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
10 July 2025
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But incentives must also support long-term habit formation to be truly effective.—
Rowan Briggs,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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This rich cream also has panthenol and niacinamide for a smooth and bouncy complexion.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Now, four years later, 40 square miles of river-floodplain wetlands are now rehydrated, rich wildlife is starting to come back, and the wild system proved its value during 2022’s Hurricane Ian.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2025
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The tune is likely to remain on the list for quite some time, and its success underscores a running theme for Gaga — one that has proved fruitful for her on several occasions.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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This second location joins their original shop at 1814 Harvey St., expanding their fruitful approach to ice cream.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Productive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/productive. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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