salutary

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But when it comes to children’s literature, judicious alterations can be salutary and help keep books in print that would otherwise fall out of favor.

From Washington Post

Officials in Washington last week for International Monetary Fund meetings said the upheaval in London could prove a salutary lesson for high-debt Italy, which has just elected a right-wing coalition also promising unfunded tax cuts.

From Reuters

Aviv wonders why her story saved her from a “career” of mental illness but others’ stories were less salutary.

From Washington Post

An end to the Democrats’ statewide winning streak in California might also have a salutary effect on the GOP.

From Washington Post

Hardship was forced on Edwards, and from it has come a salutary tale.

From BBC