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displaying approval, support, or agreement
- Her feedback was positive, praising the team's efforts.
- He has a positive attitude towards the project, believing it will succeed.
- The positive response from the audience encouraged the performers.
- They took a positive stance on the proposed changes.
- His positive remarks made everyone feel more confident.
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achieving success or progress
- The company experienced positive growth after implementing new strategies.
- Regular exercise has a positive impact on overall health and well-being.
- Despite initial setbacks, the project eventually had a positive outcome.
- The company experienced a positive increase in revenue this year.
- The city saw a positive shift in public opinion following the new policy.
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(of a scientific test) showing that a particular substance or condition exists
- The positive result of the pregnancy test confirmed her suspicions.
- The scan revealed a positive identification of the tumor, confirming the need for surgery.
- The lab report showed positive findings for the presence of heavy metals in the water supply.
- A positive result on the screening test requires further medical evaluation.
- The test results were positive, indicating high levels of cholesterol.
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(of a number) higher than zero
- The thermometer displayed a positive temperature reading, indicating warm weather.
- In mathematics, positive numbers are greater than zero on the number line.
- The credit score improved to a positive value after diligent efforts to pay off debts.
- The temperature climbed to a positive value, bringing relief from the cold spell.
- If the result of the equation is positive, it indicates a gain.
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feeling optimistic and thinking about the bright side of a situation
- Despite facing setbacks, she maintained a positive attitude, believing that things would improve with time.
- He approached every new challenge with a positive outlook, seeing it as an opportunity for growth.
- The team remained positive in the face of adversity, rallying together to find solutions.
- They faced the competition with a positive mindset, believing in their ability to succeed.
- She maintains a positive attitude, even when facing challenges.
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(of a person) having no doubt about something
- She was positive that she had left her keys on the kitchen counter.
- He felt positive that his team would win the championship after their recent victories.
- The teacher was positive that her students would excel in the upcoming exam.
- Despite the challenges, she remained positive that they would overcome the obstacles together.
- The team remained positive despite the setbacks.
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useful or involving an advantage
- The feedback from customers was overwhelmingly positive, boosting morale among the staff.
- Her positive feedback helped me improve my presentation skills.
- They offered positive suggestions that made the event run more smoothly.
- The manager's positive approach to problem-solving made the process much more efficient.
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giving clear proof that remains no place for any doubts
- The eyewitness testimony provided a positive identification of the suspect, leading to their arrest.
- The DNA test provided positive identification of the suspect, matching samples found at the crime scene.
- His confession was a positive admission of guilt, leaving no doubt about his involvement in the crime.
- The doctor gave a positive diagnosis, confirming the patient's recovery.
- He made a positive statement about the project's success.
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dealing only with matters of fact and experience
- In positive philosophy, the focus is on concrete facts rather than abstract ideas.
- The distinction between positive and speculative philosophy lies in the former's reliance on observable reality.
- He argued that positive knowledge, grounded in tangible evidence, is the only true form of understanding.
- The theory was criticized for being positive, focusing only on observable facts while neglecting underlying principles.
- Positive science, as defined by Auguste Comte, relies on verifiable data, contrasting with speculative or theoretical thought.
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containing or producing a charge opposite to that of electrons
- The positive terminal of the battery is where the current exits.
- In an electric circuit, the positive charge attracts electrons from the negative side.
- The positive ion flows toward the negative electrode during electrolysis.
- In a battery, positive and negative terminals are essential for generating electric power.
- When you connect a wire to the positive side of a battery, it creates a flow of electrons.
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(grammar) referring to a basic form of an adjective or adverb, without comparison or emphasis
- In the sentence "She is tall," "tall" is in the positive degree.
- The positive form of an adjective is used to describe a simple quality, such as "happy" or "fast."
- Positive forms of adjectives do not show any comparison, unlike comparative or superlative forms.
- The word "good" in "He is a good singer" is a positive adjective.
- When no comparison is made, the positive form of the adverb is used, like "She runs quickly."
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used to emphasize something definite or unquestionable
- He's a positive genius when solving complex problems.
- The decision was a positive mistake, and we're working to fix it.
- The event turned out to be a positive disaster, but we learned a lot.