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
François Candelon, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
At 6-foot-6, 275 pounds, his frame and athleticism give him natural advantages against the run, where he was rated as the 22nd-best run defending defensive end out of 121 in 2024, according to Pro Football Focus.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
These advantages could make electric freight transport as practical and efficient as diesel.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Sherrill, a Democrat and former Navy helicopter pilot, has maintained consistent polling advantages over her Republican opponent but has yet to break into territory that would indicate a blowout win.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The advantages for Tagovailoa were clear.
—Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
Federal loans, however, come with advantages that private loans don’t.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
For now, cross-chain stablecoins like USDC on XDC represent useful additions to the corporate treasury toolkit—offering speed and cost advantages for specific use cases while requiring careful risk management and operational controls.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
Companies that build these competencies first will have sustainable advantages in innovation speed and quality.
—François Candelon, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
At 6-foot-6, 275 pounds, his frame and athleticism give him natural advantages against the run, where he was rated as the 22nd-best run defending defensive end out of 121 in 2024, according to Pro Football Focus.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Oct. 2025
These advantages could make electric freight transport as practical and efficient as diesel.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Sherrill, a Democrat and former Navy helicopter pilot, has maintained consistent polling advantages over her Republican opponent but has yet to break into territory that would indicate a blowout win.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
The advantages for Tagovailoa were clear.
—Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
Federal loans, however, come with advantages that private loans don’t.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
For now, cross-chain stablecoins like USDC on XDC represent useful additions to the corporate treasury toolkit—offering speed and cost advantages for specific use cases while requiring careful risk management and operational controls.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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
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Using a silhouette reminiscent of the iconic 1920s Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star, the Maison Margiela Loved to Death sneakers dial up the distressing with visible seams, raw edges and distressed rubber soles, but that’s only the beginning.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
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Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Oct. 2025
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Traditionally, one of the key justifications for teamwork has been its psychological benefits—the energy that comes from collaboration, the reduced stress of shared responsibility, the excitement of building on each other’s ideas.—
François Candelon,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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The insurance plan is used is the 2026 second lowest-cost silver plan for essential health benefits with age adjustments.—
Berkeley Lovelace Jr,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Aramco agreed to acquire a minority stake in HUMAIN, and will contribute its AI assets, capabilities, and talent to the new firm.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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The smaller-sized vessels also give staff more flexibility to adapt itineraries based on weather and chances to spot wildlife, as well as other unique opportunities.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Oct. 2025
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The union has argued that an election would extend an already prolonged process, and raises opportunities for complications and appeals.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Aside from its massive stone fireplace and dual sets of French doors that frame vantages of the neighborhood, the spacious living room provides a serene environment for both intimate conversations and large-scale entertaining.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
14 Aug. 2025
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An appeals court paused the ruling, but directed the hospital to allow Bowden to apply for privileges.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Oct. 2025
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Moving forward, there are murmurs of those being stripped of titles and losing certain privileges.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Advantages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advantages. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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