1
as in advantage
a thing that helps
it would be a real benefit if you could keep track of what you have already bought
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2
as in boon
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
the meal service is a great benefit to invalids and the elderly
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as in to help
to provide with something useful or desirable
his summer internship benefited him in two ways: by giving him some tuition funds and by offering vital work experience
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Recent Examples of benefit
Philip Freeman, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
The other eight studies showed no measurable benefit from the practice.
—Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
Allowing Paramount to rescue Warner would undoubtedly benefit the local entertainment industry.
—Alexander Ciccone, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
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Noun
Greek influences Mediterranean food, including Greek cuisine, has risen in popularity in recent years, in large part due to health benefits derived from the concentration of fruits, vegetables and healthy fats including olive oil and avocados.
—Philip Freeman, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
The other eight studies showed no measurable benefit from the practice.
—Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Verb
Mahan said officials are estimating the World Cup to generate between $480 to $630 million, with most of that benefitting residents in the South Bay.
—Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
Allowing Paramount to rescue Warner would undoubtedly benefit the local entertainment industry.
—Alexander Ciccone, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benefit
Noun
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While visiting Shoshone, take advantage of scenic drives to some of the surrounding sites.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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But the 34-year-old right-hander couldn’t hold Kansas City’s slim advantage for the entirety of his outing.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 June 2026
Noun
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Moët Hennessy is facing many of the same problems weighing on the broader alcohol industry, such as tariffs and recovering from a post Covid-19 boon.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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That’s part of why the Patriots struggled to run the ball consistently, even while the rest of the league saw a boon on the ground.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Kelli’s speech at the party isn’t helping Shamea’s case, either.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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From a castle built by a Sherlock Holmes actor in Connecticut to lava fields in Idaho that helped train astronauts, these destinations showcase the beauty, ingenuity and delightful weirdness that make the United States unique.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Richard Kaye, portfolio manager at Comgest, said SoftBank's assets still comfortably cover its debt obligations and that the company's loan-to-value ratio remains below 25%.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Then draw spokes connecting to various categories, such as names of other family members; investment accounts; real estate and other assets, insurance policies, estate plans, key goals and values, and contact information for accountants, estate planners, and other professionals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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If the answer is no, then zip it — and count your blessings.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Walkers can pick up a Pilgrim’s Passport at the first hotel and collect stamps along the way, completing the journey with a Testimonium — a certificate of completion — at San Nazario, the site of the former Monastery of San Nazario where San Nilo received the blessing to become a monk.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
Verb
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For this is a bright light to which all should avail themselves at least once.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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Kimbrel availed himself to anyone who wanted to talk.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2026
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The order extends to books and materials on sale at the gift stores.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The lobby is home to La Pistache, a corner candy store and patisserie that is the perfect place to pick up a box of lokum as a souvenir or gift.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2024 inked a mutual defense treaty, and North Korea has provided thousands of soldiers and munitions to aid Russia’s war on Ukraine, a development that’s alarmed a West wary of a growing alignment between Pyongyang, Moscow and Beijing.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Now a botanist and apothecary, Cadfael aids the local sheriff in solving all manner of crimes committed in and near Shrewsbury Abbey during England’s 15-year civil war known now as the Anarchy.—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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“Benefit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benefit. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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