negative

Example Sentences

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Microsoft says it has pledged to become carbon negative, zero-waste and "water positive" by 2030.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

A WSJ poll projects that consumer price growth held at 1.3% on the year last month, while producer prices finally swung back into the green after more than three years in negative territory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Much of the frying process occurs under negative pressure, which increases the tendency for oil to be pulled into the food.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

He was told his B negative blood-type or NEO blood - was rare and he could help babies in neonatal intensive care.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Your use of a double negative actually works here,” she continues.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone