for the better

idiom

: so as to produce improvement

The new policy is a change for the better.

My father's health has recently taken a turn for the better.

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There's no getting away from Santa Claus, the jolly, bearded old man who's been celebrated for the better part of two centuries for bringing presents in a one-night, worldwide giving spree. —

Michael Hoge, arkansasonline.com, 22 Dec. 2024 For instance, modern technology has indeed transformed daily life for the better in countless ways. —

Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024 Suddenly, things take a turn for the better as doctors revive the serial killer’s heartbeat. —

Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2024 Given that nativities and the menorah were a staple of the holiday public square for the better part of a century, towns and cities are free to add them back to their holiday displays. —

Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for for the better

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