1
as in creative
having a role in deciding something's final form
contributed several productive ideas to the project
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2
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 point of a rotation is to keep players fresh and productive.
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Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
In fact, creating cap space could end up being counter-productive.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Well, that and the fact that Gavin Sheets, the DH on Tuesday, has been as productive as any Padre over the last week.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Imagine the more productive uses of the millions of dollars those companies had to spend on legal fees and initiative campaigns.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
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Mike Kaye
september 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
In fact, creating cap space could end up being counter-productive.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Well, that and the fact that Gavin Sheets, the DH on Tuesday, has been as productive as any Padre over the last week.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
Imagine the more productive uses of the millions of dollars those companies had to spend on legal fees and initiative campaigns.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for productive
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Still, Target is taking aim at its biggest problem, and given the declining fortunes of this classic American brand, that alone constitutes a creative step in the right direction.—
Dan Gingiss,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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From a creative perspective, who was the better playwright, Inchbald the professional or Austen, who merely played around at it in her fiction?—
Emily Zarevich,
JSTOR Daily,
11 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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The sockeye industry is in good spirits following a fruitful 2025 season.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Attempts to reach a company spokesperson were not immediately fruitful.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Productive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/productive. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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