do better

Example Sentences

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Companies with a domestic focus should do better than multinationals exposed to countries in Europe and Asia that were hit much harder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“What we’ve built is more than a campaign. It’s a diverse movement of communities who believe our schools can do better and who are determined to make that happen.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Investors owning mandatory convertible preferred tend to do better versus owning the common stock if the stock declines or appreciates modestly over three years.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Martial arts films portray competition as a means of pushing your opponent to do better, to go further.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

“You can do better than this, Jo. Aim at the highest, and never mind the money.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott