availing 1 of 2

adjective

as in beneficial

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availing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of avail
as in benefiting
to provide with something useful or desirable all your begging will not avail you in the least

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Recent Examples of availing
Verb
Too many developers right now are taking the position that their primary obligation is to pay for connecting their projects to the existing grid and then availing themselves of existing power supplies. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026 Smaller children from a nearby elementary school were availing themselves of climbers, slides, and beams. — Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026 After availing himself of a free milk tea from Qwen, delivery driver Li Hao went back to his preferred AI. — John Ruwitch, NPR, 30 Mar. 2026 Because those employees are in turn often availing themselves of Medi-Cal, Elhawary said, lawmakers see a logical path to taxing their employers in order to support the healthcare system at large. — Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for availing
  1. beneficial
  2. benefiting
  3. helpful
  4. constructive
  5. profitable
Adjective
  • At the end of the day, there are times when taking a more utilitarian approach and leaving utilities exposed is actually more beneficial to the overall design of your outdoor space than attempting to conceal them.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
  • Nevertheless, a correct diagnosis of mild autism can be beneficial.
    — Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
Definition of beneficial
Verb
  • Cleveland Guardians players, including Brayan Rocchio and Gabriel Arias, joined Minnesota Twin Pablo Lopez and former star Carlos Baerga for an autograph event benefiting the American Red Cross Venezuelan Relief Fund.
    — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Biggest gainer is the Nasdaq, benefiting from strength in semiconductor names including SK Hynix .
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 20 July 2026
Definition of benefiting
Adjective
  • After the earthquakes hit, Núñez tried to contact authorities – only to receive no helpful information.
    — Susana Erazo, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • As a tool, AI can be extremely helpful to link data points and streamline trip-planning, said Cory Schisler, the co-owner of The Madrona Hotel in Sonoma County and a strategic advisor at Journey, a loyalty program for independent hotels.
    — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026
Definition of helpful
Adjective
  • However, successful leaders utilize specific phrases to foster constructive dialogue.
    — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Although the trio is known for their high standards and constructive criticism, their off-camera lives reveal a softer side.
    — Ilana Frost, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Definition of constructive
Adjective
  • Fans hoping that sales increase would result in a plenty profitable Tesla may be disappointed, though.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2026
  • William Megginson and Jeffry Netter reviewed a large body of evidence in 2001 and concluded that privatized firms generally became more profitable and financially healthier.
    — James Broughel, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of profitable

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