productively
- a word derived from productive.
Example Sentences
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A U.S. official said this week the funds will flow as long as Iran is engaging productively in talks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026
Moving is pricey, and you are right to want to use that money more productively, but it would be smart to manage your expectations.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
As it rises, debt consumes resources that could be used more productively elsewhere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
"While this case was necessary to protect Anthropic, our customers, and our partners, our focus remains on working productively with the government to ensure all Americans benefit from safe, reliable AI."
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
I pass the days as productively as I can: trying to stay clean, sharpen my aim, and keep my lip buttoned from Vespers till breakfast.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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