constructive
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First, he insisted that employees be ready to give and receive constructive criticism at all times and that people should be willing to argue for their ideas.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
A DHL Supply Chain spokesperson said the company remained open to "constructive discussions" and was "committed to reaching a resolution."
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Chinese President Xi Jinping vowed Tuesday that Beijing would play a "constructive role" in promoting peace talks in the Middle East.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
The meeting centered on whether there could be a way forward for the two entities to work together, said O’Leary, who described the discussion as productive and constructive.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
“Who’s living on spite? I’m doing some constructive things at last. Miss Trixie, where’s your telephone?”
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
Vocabulary lists containing constructive
Twelve Angry Men
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Fish in a Tree
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