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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
Events like the meet-and-shop with a Chicago Bears player directly support the organization’s mission, to enable young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens, especially those with the greatest need, officials said.
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Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
For decades, the positive and productive relationship between Brazil and the United States was grounded in mutual interests and trust, which in turn underpinned regional stability.
—Hussein Kalout, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2025
And his confidence — coming off a red-hot five-game stretch to end 2024 and a productive training camp this summer — should be sky-high.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
The Trojans’ defensive performance only allowed one touchdown in the first half, and defensive end Kameryn Fountain was one of the most productive players on the field with one sack, two tackles for loss and two solo tackles.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
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Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
For decades, the positive and productive relationship between Brazil and the United States was grounded in mutual interests and trust, which in turn underpinned regional stability.
—Hussein Kalout, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2025
And his confidence — coming off a red-hot five-game stretch to end 2024 and a productive training camp this summer — should be sky-high.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
The Trojans’ defensive performance only allowed one touchdown in the first half, and defensive end Kameryn Fountain was one of the most productive players on the field with one sack, two tackles for loss and two solo tackles.
—Haley Sawyer, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for productive
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Somewhere, creative teams are readying a rock opera and a Saturday morning cartoon.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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And, since Congress expects workers and employers to be (cough) creative when characterizing wages as tips to avoid paying taxes on otherwise taxable income, Treasury is authorized to issue additional guidance to prevent abuse.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Even the prolific scientist and inventor Benjamin Franklin, who would play a key role in both the American Revolution and the foundation of the new republic, took time out of a diplomatic trip to England to visit the intelligent rector.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
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Under Richardson, a 41-year-old former outfielder who stole 331 bases in the minors, the Mets are one of MLB’s most prolific base-stealing teams.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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For a more comfortable, energy-efficient home, a number of upgrades are available too.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Today, the most efficient way to earn that trust is to let AI amplify your story with an authentic touch.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The week’s top movers were propelled by upbeat quarterly surprises, sizable chip agreements, and constructive regulatory developments.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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If the Kingdom locks those reforms in while sustaining a realistic pace on its mega-projects and widening space for constructive debate, the payoff will extend far beyond its borders to a more stable and economically productive Arab region better able to compete in the world.—
Ali Shihabi,
Time,
8 Sep. 2025
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That said, the vast majority of BDCs trade for less than their NAV right now, and most of them sit in the small-cap space, so perhaps there’s more fertile ground elsewhere.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Mums do best in soil that is fertile, moist, and well-draining.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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How To Clean Linoleum Floors With Vinegar Vinegar is effective at cleaning floors and disinfecting them, but for more cleaning power, add a few squirts of dish soap to the mix, which works well at removing grease and grime from floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Alpine remains in a significant state of rebuild under Briatore, its effective boss.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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Niacinamide, which is a form of Vitamin B3, is rich in antioxidants that help combat oily and sun-damaged skin, according to the brand.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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That’s particularly fruitful as long as the cap continues to grow.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Establishing team norms that include speaking from one’s own experience and beginning with inquiry instead of scrutiny can help encourage fruitful dialogue.—
Colleen Tolan,
The Conversation,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Productive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/productive. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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