redound

Example Sentences

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But I think this redounds to my benefit because I spend approximately zero time trying to figure out whodunit before Perry, Paul, and Della do.

From New York Times

It is possible that Mr. McCarthy’s pettiness could redound to the political benefit of his fellow Californian.

From Washington Post

At the end of the day, however, Mr. Bremmer believes that, “long term, all of this does redound to a faster transition to renewables.”

From New York Times

The governor’s popularity might also owe something to his restraint — a less-is-more approach to government that frustrated critics but seemed to redound to his advantage.

From Washington Post

Second, Republicans believe — with good reason — that economic distress and general social chaos redounds to their benefit.

From Salon