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constructive

[kuhn-struhk-tiv] / kənˈstrʌk tɪv /


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Millett, who has tried for years to buy BlueScope’s North Star plant, told analysts on a conference call, “There has been no constructive engagement by the company since” the offer was turned down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

“Under these conditions, the outlook for constructive talks remains bleak.”

From Barron's • Apr. 19, 2026

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

"We have made repeated attempts, through the administrators, to engage with Mr Chansiri in order to find a constructive resolution. Those requests have gone unanswered."

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“Math lab would be a more constructive option,” she says with one eyebrow arched high.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen




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