as in informative
providing useful information or knowledge
an instructive demonstration of the proper way to pack a suitcase so your clothes don't arrive in a mess
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Recent Examples of instructive
The differing responses on either side of the Atlantic are instructive.
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Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
The Salesforce Agentforce story is instructive.
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Brett Hurt,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Pancreatic cancer is an instructive and presently relevant example.
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Adam Feuerstein,
STAT,
18 June 2026
Thank you for your instructive letter about service dog responsibilities and etiquette.
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Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for instructive
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
The Salesforce Agentforce story is instructive.
—
Brett Hurt,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Pancreatic cancer is an instructive and presently relevant example.
—
Adam Feuerstein,
STAT,
18 June 2026
Thank you for your instructive letter about service dog responsibilities and etiquette.
—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
14 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for instructive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instructive
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Without ownership, documentation becomes a museum exhibit that may be informative but irrelevant.
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The last category, for France, is especially informative.
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The decision severely hampered local planning for America’s 250th anniversary, disrupting history projects, museums and educational programs nationwide.
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This column is designed to be educational and informational only and should not be interpreted as medical advice.
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Perhaps most consequential in this move will be the expansion of the states’ authority and responsibility for educative quality within their jurisdictions.
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Similarly, a Senate bill that was considered by the Florida Legislature this year would have allowed a school district to purchase instructional materials developed by or under the direction of the Florida Department of Education.
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The State Department of Education must also develop a framework on AI, with an emphasis on responsible use of AI, instructional integration and academic integrity.
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This informational and educational article does not offer or constitute, and should not be relied upon as, tax or financial advice.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.
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This marks an illuminating midpoint in the retrograde cycle, offering insight into the conversations, memories and emotional patterns that have recently resurfaced.
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The monitor has stunning contrast as well, with 1000 nit peak brightness to bring out the both the most illuminating and darkest corners of the screen.
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