but good

Example Sentences

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"She said, 'I've stuck with it, and here I am'. And it's taken her a while, but good for her."

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Making something sweet from what you already have—something a little indulgent, a little unnecessary, and very much yours—can be the thing that makes the whole week feel not just manageable, but good.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2026

Social media can cause restaurants to go viral, but good old-fashioned word-of-mouth is still more effective at filling seats than TikTok is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

Not huge softball-size hail, but good enough to have you running for cover.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

“She helped bring them into the world, she cannot be but good for the children,” my mother answered.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya