: of service or assistance : useful
a helpful neighbor
helpful advice
just trying to be helpful
helpfulness
noun
Examples of helpful in a Sentence
A helpful neighbor shoveled our walkway.
a kind and helpful person
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So, if the forecasts are not helpful, what does the data say about the Fed’s current policy stance?
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Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
These are particularly helpful when replacing lights or batteries on your vehicle or putting together complex furniture.
—Christopher Murray
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Seasonal Factors to Consider While a complete seasonal overhaul of your routine based on the season isn’t necessary, says Dr. Olivier, thinking about how the weather affects your hair can be helpful.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2025
In one centralized location, the NRS platform gives small and medium-sized businesses a suite of helpful tools at an affordable price.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
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Garth Friesen, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
These are particularly helpful when replacing lights or batteries on your vehicle or putting together complex furniture.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Seasonal Factors to Consider While a complete seasonal overhaul of your routine based on the season isn’t necessary, says Dr. Olivier, thinking about how the weather affects your hair can be helpful.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2025
In one centralized location, the NRS platform gives small and medium-sized businesses a suite of helpful tools at an affordable price.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
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“Helpful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helpful. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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