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[pruh-duhk-tiv] / prəˈdʌk tɪv /


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The two men have spoken by phone twice since Burnham became prime minister in July, with Downing Street saying those calls established a "productive relationship".

From BBC Sep. 22, 2026

“He’s not there yet. But everything I’ve heard, it’s been a really productive last three to four to five days.”

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 19, 2026

Yet the system that emerged—combining public investment, competitive markets and freedom for talented individuals to pursue ambitious ideas—was remarkably productive, repeatedly turning scientific discoveries into new medicines for patients.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 18, 2026

Speaking to reporters, Johnson painted the decision as an “attaboy” for a productive Congress and urged his fellow Republicans to sell their constituents on the good job they’re doing on Capitol Hill.

From Salon Sep. 18, 2026

My drive to be productive probably cost me my first marriage and a few days ago almost cost me my fiancée.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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