for the public good

Example Sentences

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The challenge is to strike the right balance—and to convince the public that the government is using its power wisely for the public good, not to favor select cronies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

In Qiu’s vision, the project reclaims dead space in the middle of bustling neighborhoods for the public good.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2025

She added that including audio of the police detective was necessary because of "the cover up of the investigation", adding that she was releasing the video "for the public good".

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025

Unfortunately, appealing to their sense of duty or responsibility for the public good and society doesn't work.

From Salon • Aug. 1, 2023

They protested that they were acting for the public good of the realm, pretending that they were freeing the Queen from the bondage and misery into which she had been reduced by the King's behaviour....

From Mary Queen of Scots 1542-1587 by Various