1
as in advantages
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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as in blessings
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 helps
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 benefits
Andrew Destin, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
But propagating roses in winter has major benefits, too—especially for hardwood cuttings which can be difficult to root during the growing season.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Climate impact and recognition ECOCCUBE delivers measurable environmental benefits.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
The government had requested reams of data from the five states, including the names and Social Security numbers of everyone who received benefits from some of the programs since 2022.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 10 Jan. 2026
For now, the Nets are seeing the benefits.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
Now, the doctor has to stop and have a conversation to explain what rotavirus and hepatitis B are, walk through the risks and benefits of each vaccine and ask what the parent wants to do.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
Steve Mei, director of Brooklyn Community Services at CPC, said the need is growing as federal benefits shrink.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
People aged 65 to 75 achieved the greatest overall cognitive benefits from resistance training.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 9 Jan. 2026
Dave Gordon, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
During this uncertain time, these area restaurants are offering food, from bowls of soup to loaves of bread, to those affected by the SNAP benefits situation.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 6 Nov. 2025
The fundraiser benefits Hamilton's CARES Foundation, an organization that works with cancer research centers and emphasizes finding cures that prevent long-term harm to patients.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
The board and many investors who lent their endorsement have said the nearly $1 trillion package benefits shareholders in the longer run as Musk must ensure Tesla achieves a series of milestones to get paid.
—Retuers, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Protecting public health abroad benefits Americans.
—Robin Lin Miller, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Federal employees have gone without pay, money continues to dry up across critical agencies and millions of Americans and hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers won't receive full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits this month.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 5 Nov. 2025
SpaceX additionally benefits from billions of dollars in contracts from NASA and the Department of Defense by providing launch services for classified satellites and other payloads.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Restaurants Step in to Feed Those in Need When SNAP benefits lapse in November, some 42 million Americans will be forced to find other ways to feed themselves and their families.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
Schools would become responsible for paying wages, benefits, and workers' compensation.
—Andrew Destin, Arkansas Online, 10 Jan. 2026
But propagating roses in winter has major benefits, too—especially for hardwood cuttings which can be difficult to root during the growing season.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Climate impact and recognition ECOCCUBE delivers measurable environmental benefits.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026
The government had requested reams of data from the five states, including the names and Social Security numbers of everyone who received benefits from some of the programs since 2022.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 10 Jan. 2026
For now, the Nets are seeing the benefits.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 9 Jan. 2026
Now, the doctor has to stop and have a conversation to explain what rotavirus and hepatitis B are, walk through the risks and benefits of each vaccine and ask what the parent wants to do.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
Steve Mei, director of Brooklyn Community Services at CPC, said the need is growing as federal benefits shrink.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
People aged 65 to 75 achieved the greatest overall cognitive benefits from resistance training.
—Marisa McMillan, Outside, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
This policy aims to ensure federal spending directly benefits Canadian businesses and supports domestic manufacturing.
—Dave Gordon, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
During this uncertain time, these area restaurants are offering food, from bowls of soup to loaves of bread, to those affected by the SNAP benefits situation.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 6 Nov. 2025
The fundraiser benefits Hamilton's CARES Foundation, an organization that works with cancer research centers and emphasizes finding cures that prevent long-term harm to patients.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2025
The board and many investors who lent their endorsement have said the nearly $1 trillion package benefits shareholders in the longer run as Musk must ensure Tesla achieves a series of milestones to get paid.
—Retuers, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Protecting public health abroad benefits Americans.
—Robin Lin Miller, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
Federal employees have gone without pay, money continues to dry up across critical agencies and millions of Americans and hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers won't receive full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits this month.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 5 Nov. 2025
SpaceX additionally benefits from billions of dollars in contracts from NASA and the Department of Defense by providing launch services for classified satellites and other payloads.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 5 Nov. 2025
Restaurants Step in to Feed Those in Need When SNAP benefits lapse in November, some 42 million Americans will be forced to find other ways to feed themselves and their families.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for benefits
Noun
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Newer artists have also seen some advantages with the eligibility period not adhering to a typical calendar year.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Falcon Enamelware espresso cup Falcon’s espresso cups have the dual advantages of being cute and durable.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Wishing Coach Kelly, Coach Sloan, and the entire LSU family continued blessings and success.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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In Black American culture, the broom represents a duality, warding off spirits but also attracting blessings.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The species has an adhesive plate on its head that helps to create a kind of vacuum seal, allowing the fish to grab a whale and hang on for the ride.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Late hours are a must, bathroom graffiti helps and there should be a fairly high ratio of cheap beer to, well, pretty much everything else.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Ownership also involves financial responsibility, with car insurance playing a role in how people manage and protect their assets.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Universities and military assets were emphasized in Indiana’s application.—
Niki Kelly,
IndyStar,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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With the various boons, his administration might have also created the condition for a boom in enhanced oil recovery, similar to the earlier one in fracking.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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By the end of a run, players could have as many as 15 boons which, on top of temporary weapon upgrades, blessings from Moon, familiars, and more, creates a dizzying amount of customization that’s almost impossible to intentionally recreate verbatim on the regular.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Featuring a knee-high cutoff and a moderate, chunky heel, this classic boot includes thoughtful bonuses like grippy soles for extra traction and noise resistance, an elastic-stretch opening for easy removal, and a water-resistant faux leather exterior that only requires the occasional spot clean.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Jan. 2026
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Good news in the financial and tech sectors mean that end-of-year bonuses are expected to be high, an indicator that bodes well for the secondary wine market.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte’s Angel Tree program matches children in need with anonymous donors who buy them presents for Christmas, and provides senior citizens with gifts.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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The shop even offers other fun souvenirs like clothing, home décor, and gifts.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Moving forward, games that are either cheap to make or deemed more likely to generate significant revenue windfalls may take priority over riskier bets, said the people, while Xbox’s floundering hardware division may face a significant rethinking.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
23 Oct. 2025
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Critics blame them for rising electricity bills and strained water supplies, while supporters tout their potential to spur economic growth and deliver tax windfalls to long-stagnant communities.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Benefits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benefits. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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