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betterment

[bet-er-muhnt] / ˈbɛt ər mənt /


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If we stand strong together, we stand stronger as a nation, and for the betterment of our children and our future leaders.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

It now looks like a line has been firmly drawn after Salah's interview at Leeds and both player and manager can move on for the betterment of the football club.

From BBC Jan. 21, 2026

It has demonstrated over the centuries a deep faith in human betterment through liberal reformism and social engineering.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 7, 2025

On its website, Prince says it hopes to play an "important role" in Cambodia "through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy".

From Barron's Oct. 16, 2025

Speaking only “with the betterment of the service in mind,” White wrote to Hoover that he believed an agent who was familiar with a region and its people was more effective.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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