2 meanings, 5 uses
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1 —3 uses as in:
had a positive effect
Definition
good or beneficial
- At least they were doing something positive.p. 223.9
positive = good or beneficial
Other Uses (with this meaning)
- "There's a Lord & Taylor," Robo said, trying to find something positive to say.p. 145.5
- I'm in a position to be a positive influence in Miriam's life."p. 153.8
positive = good or beneficial
positive = good or beneficial
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2 —1 use as in:
a positive attitude
Definition
optimistic (expecting or focusing good things); or agreeable
- Hard work and a positive attitude paid off.p. 274.7
positive = optimistic or agreeable
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? —1 use
exact meaning not specified
- "Okay, then," Miri says, trying her best to keep it upbeat, positive.p. 460.3
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