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Recent Examples of benefic Independently, both Jupiter and Venus are benefic planets that promote love, fortune, and expanded opportunities. Aliza Kelly Faragher, Allure, 14 Aug. 2017
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Adjective
  • Earlier research from 2013 also highlighted video games' ability to enhance problem-solving skills, suggesting video games are more beneficial to cognitive development than previously thought.
    George Toh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Both experts say that dry brushing, the physical exfoliant that sloughs away dead skin cells, can be beneficial to keeping strawberry legs at bay.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • In 2019, 52% of Mainers had a favorable impression of Collins, according to Morning Consult polling.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 9 July 2025
  • This is driven by the ongoing market share gains from its FreeStyle Libre platform and the favorable effects of recent product launches, including Lingo, TriClip, and i-STAT.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Adjective
  • These and other helpful travel accessories are on sale ahead of Prime Day, including portable chargers, packing cubes, and more.
    Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
  • Also, cell phone chargers for automobiles can be helpful after the storm.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2025

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“Benefic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benefic. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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