for the better

Example Sentences

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“The situation in Iran is certainly the primary driver of longer-duration yields, as it has been for the better part of two months,” said Chip Hughey, managing director, fixed income, at Truist Advisory Services.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

"I think it's the biggest change we've seen in this industry for many, many years and I think most of it is for the better."

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The development marks “a notable shift from the largely seat-based model that has defined the franchise for the better part of a decade,” the analyst added.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Right before the Reserve Bank of India stepped up to the plate to announce its decision on Wednesday, it seemed that the situation had taken a tentative turn for the better.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

They had sat with him for the better part of twenty minutes, waiting silently for him to explain, and when Joaquin didn’t—couldn't—explain, they started asking questions.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway