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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
The focus is on making visits more productive, more collaborative and, ultimately, more effective in shaping the right treatment plan.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 18 May 2026
Keeping this high-performing real estate productive hinges on proactive investment and shopper-centric innovation.
—Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Genesis says the system can generate unlimited training data, enabling the development of more capable and productive general-purpose robots for real-world applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026
By taking the time to tailor development paths and connect them to meaningful work, leaders keep teams both engaged and productive, and learning becomes part of execution, not a distraction from it.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 18 May 2026
Keeping this high-performing real estate productive hinges on proactive investment and shopper-centric innovation.
—Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Genesis says the system can generate unlimited training data, enabling the development of more capable and productive general-purpose robots for real-world applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026
By taking the time to tailor development paths and connect them to meaningful work, leaders keep teams both engaged and productive, and learning becomes part of execution, not a distraction from it.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for productive
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Leah became chief creative officer of the niche fragrance line Skylar and was on Forbes’s 2026 30 Under 30 list for her social media reach.—
Anna Peele,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
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The creative team is not so much interested in nostalgia but feels there is a timely urgency behind revisiting the model’s life.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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By Miller’s count, Fiebig had become one of the most prolific shot-stoppers in the state — in part because, well, U-46’s opponents rarely lacked for scoring chances.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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Huge herds of elephants gather at the water’s edge during the dry season, while boat trips bring you up close to crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes and prolific birdlife.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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But while this type of approach can be a smart route to take, throwing sponsorship money at every job listing generally isn't an effective or efficient strategy.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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High gas prices are leading American drivers to seek more fuel-efficient vehicles.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Find that ‘challenge network,’ who won’t just be the echo chamber, but will be those that question you in a constructive way.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Cutler also underlined the potential value of the world's two largest economies holding constructive talks.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
15 May 2026
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The haze of memory and how photography could serve as a fertile medium in which to explore that theme would become central to Hasbun’s practice in the decades to come.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
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The identity of a place, as fertile ground, always sets the tone of my story.—
Natalie Stoclet,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The ordinance also banned possession of automatic weapons, overriding a newly effective state law that allowed it.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Thankfully, one of the most effective ways to clean a faucet head involves no more than a little white vinegar and some household tools.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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Rooms are done in rich fabrics in warm earth tones and dressed up with elements of local design, such as reproductions of Pavel Janak’s angular Cubist timber chairs and elegant chaise longues from designer Adolf Loos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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Key Takeaways As a low-glycemic-index fruit, dates are rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber, offering potential health benefits.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
25 May 2026
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From this disparity came not only the conflict that would eventually break them apart but the fruitful friction that made their songs among the best of the college-rock era.—
Dan Kois,
Pitchfork,
17 May 2026
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Yet, the home run bets also have inviting betting odds, and being picky can be fruitful with only a few hits.—
Josh Shepardson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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“Productive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/productive. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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