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constructive

[kuhn-struhk-tiv] / kənˈstrʌk tɪv /


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As the second-placed candidate he is entitled to a seat in the Senate, where he said he would exercise "a democratic, vigilant and constructive opposition".

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

The measure is “unlikely to materially improve affordability in the near term,” but it is “directionally constructive for housing supply,” the Raymond James team added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

Most people understand that AI tech can be used to ruin our lives or improve them, but at this point the constructive use cases seem few and far between.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong called for "continued restraint and constructive engagement" from the US and Iran.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

“I’d have thought you’d be doing something constructive, Harry, even if you don’t want to learn your antidotes!”

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling




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