resourcefulness

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Noun
  • Annual pay gains theoretically should fall to 3.5% to align with the Federal Reserve’s 2% inflation goal, But recent strong growth in productivity, or output per worker, could let companies dole out 4% raises without having to increase prices, economists say.
    Paul Davidson, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Share relevant research: When appropriate, respectfully share studies about the productivity and wellness benefits of uninterrupted time off with your manager or HR.
    Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • There are countless examples of Black ingenuity and cultural impact that have gone under-recognized—or intentionally obscured—as part of this country’s history, but Julian Francis Abele was a hidden figure somewhat by design.
    Evan Nicole Brown, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Such as participating in games that required social skills mixed in with ingenuity, sprinkled with a dose of luck.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Full sun Soil Type: Well-draining, low fertility Soil pH: Slightly acidic, neutral, alkaline (6.0-8.0) Nasturtium is a classic cottage flower that can bloom for months.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
  • To qualify, patients must live in a community that the foundation currently services and already be receiving treatment or seeing a fertility doctor.
    Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The budding talent had turned in the finest start of his big-league career to date Saturday, taming the Philadelphia Phillies in a raucous ballpark.
    Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Royals starter Kris Bubic continues to marvel at his teammate’s elite talent on the field.
    Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 6 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • There’s an undeniable surge of creativity and innovation in next-generation media outlets that are squarely targeting Black audiences.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The show, which has popped up around Chicago and Evanston regularly since August, offers a safe space for performers and a reminder to audiences of the power of creativity.
    Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
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