good news for (someone)

phrase

: something new that will be useful to (someone)
Lower ticket prices are good news for sports fans.
The new dog park is good news for dog lovers.

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The petition's withdrawal is good news for the many neighbors who spoke out against the annexation. Olivia Young, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026 This could be potentially good news for some areas in the Southwest that, following a parched summer due to lack of snowpack, need more water. Molly Taft, Wired News, 19 Mar. 2026 Such big-name returns are good news for the league after attendance dipped 5% from 2024 to 2025. Molly Geary, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026 Doubs’ departure is good news for Christian Watson, who should be drafted as a top-24 WR this season. Jake Ciely, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for good news for (someone)

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“Good news for (someone).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20news%20for%20%28someone%29. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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