1
as in edges
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
your experience volunteering at the hospital will put you at an advantage when you're applying for a job there
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2
as in benefits
a thing that helps
had all the advantages of being born into a wealthy and powerful family
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as in avails
to provide with something useful or desirable
there's no question that that bicycle racer was significantly advantaged by a great set of genes
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Recent Examples of advantages
Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
That disconnect is beginning to create what could become the new trust economy—one in which governance, authentication, transparency and accountability become strategic advantages for the companies in this space, rather than just operational or compliance obstacles.
—Jacques Ledbetter, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
In facilities processing millions of parcels each day, even small gains in efficiency can translate into significant operational and economic advantages.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Suddenly, there is broad enthusiasm for systems that keep the powerful from hoarding all available advantages.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Suddenly, Tile no longer had access to the same system-level advantages.
—Matt Rogers, Fortune, 30 May 2026
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass entered the 2026 reelection race with the advantages of incumbency, support from much of the city’s political establishment and decades of political experience.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Conspicuously absent from the stage in Greeley on Thursday was Evan Munsing, a Marine veteran who quit the race the day before, citing the stark financial advantages his two opponents hold.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
The children of the wealthy already start life with substantial advantages.
—Prasad Krishnamurthy, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
When governance meets Goliath For more than a decade, Biglari Holdings and Biglari himself have been plagued by accusations of mismanagement due to ballooning executive pay, stock volatility, and a licensing deal that potentially advantages Biglari personally.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Plus, having two accomplished sisters has its advantages.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
That disconnect is beginning to create what could become the new trust economy—one in which governance, authentication, transparency and accountability become strategic advantages for the companies in this space, rather than just operational or compliance obstacles.
—Jacques Ledbetter, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
In facilities processing millions of parcels each day, even small gains in efficiency can translate into significant operational and economic advantages.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Suddenly, there is broad enthusiasm for systems that keep the powerful from hoarding all available advantages.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Suddenly, Tile no longer had access to the same system-level advantages.
—Matt Rogers, Fortune, 30 May 2026
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass entered the 2026 reelection race with the advantages of incumbency, support from much of the city’s political establishment and decades of political experience.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 29 May 2026
Conspicuously absent from the stage in Greeley on Thursday was Evan Munsing, a Marine veteran who quit the race the day before, citing the stark financial advantages his two opponents hold.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
The children of the wealthy already start life with substantial advantages.
—Prasad Krishnamurthy, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Verb
South Africa’s progress reflects decades of early investment and institutional capacity—advantages many peers lack.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
When governance meets Goliath For more than a decade, Biglari Holdings and Biglari himself have been plagued by accusations of mismanagement due to ballooning executive pay, stock volatility, and a licensing deal that potentially advantages Biglari personally.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advantages
Noun
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Sometimes they are flattered, invited inside, and quietly stripped of their sharp edges.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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The most valuable goods sit at the center of the bazaar, with prices becoming more accessible toward the outer edges.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The money can help cover medical costs, mental health treatment, lost wages, funeral expenses and more — up to $70,000 in lifetime benefits.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Most of the benefits from larger tax cuts have already been exhausted, Zandi said.—
Alex Harring,Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Aviation experts said a revival would come with substantial challenges, as Spirit left behind billions in debt and its assets are being liquidated.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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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
Noun
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Closer Raisel Iglesias earned his 11th save in as many opportunities despite allowing two singles in the ninth.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
3 June 2026
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Various outings by boat offer opportunities to explore the island or try different water sports (advance reservations required).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Noun
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The physical staging, featuring a rotating cube from set designer Martha Ginsberg, shows us the classroom from different vantages, bringing the play’s shifting perspective to three-dimensional life.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Some, like Point Imperial, which offers vistas extending almost 100 miles to the north, had been all but surrounded by fire, which had obliterated many of the ponderosas that imbued these vantages with a sense of framing, scale and color.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And perhaps that is one of the greatest privileges of longevity in our business.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Washington simply stopped issuing and renewing confidential plates in October 2025, and Massachusetts did the same, cutting off ICE and Customs and Border Patrol agencies from privileges in early 2026.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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“Advantages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advantages. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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