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betterment

[bet-er-muhnt] / ˈbɛt ər mənt /


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“They fought for players’ rights and for the general betterment of the whole and it’s the job of the veteran players to pass that history on to the younger players.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2026

Unconventional monetary tools were offered and adopted for the betterment of the global financial system.

From Barron's ● Mar. 7, 2026

They’re the one making calls, and sacrificing themselves with the call sometimes for the betterment of the play.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 22, 2025

“Strong and determined, Michele and Rob Reiner devoted a great deal of their lives for the betterment of our fellow citizens,” the statement reads.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2025

Thupa Inka closeted himself with the local leadership and laid out many inspired ideas for the valley’s betterment, all of which were gratefully endorsed.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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