do better

Example Sentences

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Paying attention to what your neighborhood’s international markets do better — and cheaper — than the big chains.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Meanwhile, another potential leadership contender, former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner told a conference of the Communication Workers Union that "we as a party have to do better than this".

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Emerging markets tend to do better when the dollar is weak, and UBS strategists note the dollar’s recent inability to strengthen despite real interest rate differentials with Europe and better-than-expected economic growth.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

He was light on specifics, other than saying he was going to do better than the others and that he would prioritize public safety above all.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

I feel horrible that I can’t do better than that.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson