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helpful

[help-fuhl] / ˈhɛlp fəl /


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This could be especially helpful when individual signals are weak, unclear, or easily misinterpreted.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

In high-stakes negotiations, it is helpful to use language that our adversaries understand, even if that sometimes makes supporters uncomfortable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

With all due respect to the Knot, which provides lots of helpful information for couples getting married, knowing the general recommended timing for a thank-you card does not really help you, the gift giver.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

It’s also helpful too as far as representation to see another Asian American person go through this.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

“Thanks for that helpful and reassuring wisdom, Dad,” she mutters, shoving her Spanish vocab list deep into her bag.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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