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as in advantage
a thing that helps
it would be a real benefit if you could keep track of what you have already bought
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as in boon
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
the meal service is a great benefit to invalids and the elderly
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as in to help
to provide with something useful or desirable
his summer internship benefited him in two ways: by giving him some tuition funds and by offering vital work experience
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Recent Examples of benefit
Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
The governor has now joined citizens in questioning the benefit of MPRP to Maryland.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Dec. 2024
Sheeka Sanahori, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
Proceeds will benefit the Big Tex Scholarship Program.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Dec. 2024
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The benefits of Dry January One exciting thing about participating in Dry January is that the benefits might extend far beyond the 30-day mark.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
The governor has now joined citizens in questioning the benefit of MPRP to Maryland.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
During the holidays, local architects and engineering firms design epic gingerbread houses, as hotel visitors vote on their favorites to benefit a children's charity.
—Sheeka Sanahori, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
Proceeds will benefit the Big Tex Scholarship Program.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benefit
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While its scent is a perk, the real advantages come from a blend of Ayurvedic ingredients that fortify the hair and give it a glossy gleam.Jenny Berg, Allure, 1 Jan. 2025
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This timeline may provide an advantage to companies that have not yet adapted their processes to meet e-invoicing requirements.Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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This was a boon not only for our economy and national security, but also for our fight against climate change.Arlene Blum, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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While tang ping may be a boon for some people’s health, it’s been disastrous for the luxury goods industry, which has long viewed China as one big cash machine, responsible for a big chunk of annual revenue, both at home and through tourist spend abroad.Samantha Conti, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Ross pointed to past articles that have suggested one glass of red wine a day can help protect against certain types of heart disease.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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But shopping around could help savers find better deals, McBride said.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Their continuous involvement in daily operations positions them as crucial assets in any comprehensive anti-fraud plan.Toby Braun, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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The Broader Impact of AI on Strategic Decision-Making Looking beyond specific applications, Nath emphasizes the growing role of AI as a strategic asset in corporate decision-making.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025
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These Black prayer practices and sacred recipes acknowledge how each year brings in blessings and continues a long road toward freedom.Nyya Toussaint / Made by History, TIME, 31 Dec. 2024
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Our common vision of a free and just society is our greatest source of cohesion at home and strength abroad — greater even than the bounty of our material blessings.Marty Steinberg, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2024
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Before availing them, carefully evaluate terms, fees, and alternatives.True Tamplin, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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For her stories, Alice often availed herself of Gerry’s knowledge, in particular of geography and woodcutting.Rachel Aviv, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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Holiday gift ideas and advice If your kid wants skin-care gifts for the holidays, here are some risks to consider.Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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Halftime surprise During the break in action, the Magic surprised a local family with a variety of gifts, including a 2025 Kia Sorento X-Line vehicle, a 65-inch TV, $15,000, tickets to Disney and much more.Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
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This may aid with the selection of antibiotics.13 Treatment and Pain Management Kidney stones and UTIs both require treatment.Kashif J. Piracha, Verywell Health, 1 Jan. 2025
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The confidence shown in him by both Pioli and Fonseca has aided that.Paul Tenorio, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Benefit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benefit. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.
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