productive

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Without a commitment to a temporary ceasefire at least, it is not clear how productive talks could proceed between the two sides.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

What’s the smartest way to use artificial intelligence to lower your costs and be more productive — and is the tech’s promise living up to the hype?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Defining the line between productive uses of capital and mere speculation is a never-ending battle.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“We’re playing a lot better and it has has to do with things we weren’t sharp at, pitching, playing defense and productive offense,” coach Peter Gunny said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Bananas and other tropical Asian crops for which Africa’s climate is eminently suitable, and which today are among the most productive staples of tropical African agriculture, were unable to reach Africa by land routes.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond