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beneficial

[ben-uh-fish-uhl] / ˌbɛn əˈfɪʃ əl /


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"We look forward to further constructive US clarifications on their other positions, which would create the possibility of a mutually beneficial trade agreement that respects Canadian sovereignty".

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

"This suggests that calorie restriction has a beneficial effect that is unique to adipose tissues and is likely independent of weight loss," Kim says.

From Science Daily Aug. 26, 2026

It’s seen as particularly beneficial for apartment dwellers and renters and would provide users with a relatively inexpensive way to lower their electrical bills by generating some of their own electricity.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 26, 2026

“This flexibility can be particularly beneficial if you have other income sources like pensions, Social Security, or taxable brokerage accounts, and don’t need to rely on your IRA for living expenses,” Gudorf says.

From MarketWatch Aug. 25, 2026

On one hand, my attitude was beneficial to fellow teammates.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers




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