"Our position is that we will have productive conversations, and take one step at a time."

Making distinctions like the commission's helps promote productive public conversation about the ethical and social implications of scientific progress.

At the time, it had seemed like a pointless conversation to Hall, productive of little and consuming a great deal of time.

None of the principals would comment on the what was said in Monday's meeting, but it was described as a productive and enjoyable conversation.

I also had a very productive conversation with Marissa (the nutritionist) and feel as though a weight has been lifted no pun intended.

I had a wonderful few days in Beijing and a series of very positive and productive conversations with Chinese leaders.

Quinn stood her ground for a moment, wanting to grab him by his tie and force him to have a productive conversation about this.

"That's where the weeds grow," Alex said, determined to drag her focus away from the unthinkable, back to a sane, productive conversation.

Having an honest and productive conversation with your doctor is one of the most important things you can do for your pain.