do better

Example Sentences

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“I know it’s part of the game, and something we can’t control, but I do think we can do better in our response to it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

She urged the DUP MP to "do better".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Targeted neighborhood revitalization efforts that create mixed-income communities help children do better in school and in the labor market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 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

Lamar said, “I resolve to do better in geometry.”

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly