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betterment

[bet-er-muhnt] / ˈbɛt ər mənt /


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“Strong and determined, Michele and Rob Reiner devoted a great deal of their lives for the betterment of our fellow citizens,” the statement reads.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 16, 2025

It has demonstrated over the centuries a deep faith in human betterment through liberal reformism and social engineering.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 7, 2025

"These organisations don't deserve to profit from sport if they're not going to use their power for the betterment of sport."

From BBC Oct. 22, 2025

On its website, Prince says it hopes to play an "important role" in Cambodia "through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy".

From Barron's Oct. 16, 2025

Nor were we to be ignored in the general betterment scheme he had in mind.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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