constructive
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"This is a welcome and constructive gesture by Iran and deserves appreciation," said Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Parents who are anxious about money may worry they’ll pass their emotional baggage on to the next generation, but it’s possible to give kids constructive financial lessons without weighing them down.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026
Investors may want to monitor a couple of new issues showing relative strength in a softer market, with an eye toward acting when broader conditions turn more constructive.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
US President Donald Trump's comments on "constructive" talks with Iran brought only temporary calm to the markets.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 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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