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beneficial

[ben-uh-fish-uhl] / ˌbɛn əˈfɪʃ əl /


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Well-managed immigration can be beneficial, especially if it raises the skill level of the population, economists say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The findings from this review suggest that moderate consumption of traditional, freshly brewed tea can be beneficial, especially for preventing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cancer.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

So, then again, it can also be a really beneficial platform.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Lead investigator Dr Javier Ottaviani said some simple food switches could "make a real difference" to how much of these beneficial compounds are absorbed.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Whenever insecticides are applied only minimum dosages are used — barely enough to control the pest without avoidable harm to beneficial species.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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