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Example Sentences
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"It's held him in good stead over the last couple of years," Greenberg told SEN radio of playing golf.
From Barron's
However, she did represent Wales at this summer’s Euros - experience which clearly stood her in good stead on this stage.
From BBC
Former pro footballer and now pundit and presenter, Scott said her sporting career will put in good stead for the show's infamous trials.
From BBC
Wealthy Americans are helping keep swaths of the economy in good stead as they continue to buy first-class plane tickets and high-end sneakers, while more Americans are clipping coupons and cutting back on nonessentials.
However, the six-time winners will be pleased with how they overcame some early problems, which should stand them in good stead for harder tests to come.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.