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helpful

[help-fuhl] / ˈhɛlp fəl /


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“AI has been helpful in creating thematically surreal images that occupy a dream space rather than a literal space,” Soderbergh said.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Sparkling water is often seen as a helpful tool because it can create a feeling of fullness, which may reduce hunger.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

District officials have previously described such cost-cutting attempts as potentially meaningful, but only marginally helpful given that employee salaries and benefits make up the vast majority of the district’s nearly $19-billion budget.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

So, from Downing Street's point of view, it is rather helpful that the prime minister's deputy has a friend in the president's deputy.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

He intended on popping in to say goodbye to C.C., who had been very helpful, but instead, on a whim, he had one last rummage.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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