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[pruh-duhk-tiv] / prəˈdʌk tɪv /


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An offense that went into the game as the league’s most productive from a yardage standpoint managed only a field goal and two touchdowns.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026

But, he added: “There is a pressing need for better ways to bring students together in socially productive, enjoyable and memorable ways.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

Rather than becoming trapped in negative thinking or overwhelmed by frustration, people with greater psychological flexibility can recognize their emotions, consider their options, and respond in a more productive way.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026

"We are having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran," he added, without providing additional details.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

Somehow Schindler succeeded in convincing the Nazis that we were useful and productive, even though during those eight months we were in the Brünnlitz camp, we produced almost no usable ammunition.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson


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