betters 1 of 2

plural of better

betters

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of better

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of betters
Noun
Kay has hit 12 betters, most in the majors, in his first 66 1/3 innings. — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026 And while millions of dollars are traded in the markets by betters looking for an edge, Goldenberg said Cuban intelligence and their allies in China and Russia are likely monitoring the markets as well. — Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 7 May 2026 According to the indictment, Gino's and Paragon were used to facilitate the collection and distribution of money made from gambling from agents, bookies and betters involved with Gerodemos. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026 Porter was in part banned for disclosing information betters used on prop bets and parlays. — Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 9 Mar. 2026 Laster allegedly sold this information to two betters for about $100,000. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026 Here's what at-home betters should know. — Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026 In addition, the FBI said Damon Jones, a former player and assistant coach for the Lakers, shared inside information about the health of LeBron James with betters back in 2023. — Lz Granderson, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025 The two companies are teaming up to enhance the viewing experience for NBA betters. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
This lessens the chance of fungal diseases and betters airflow and light exposure to all parts of the plant. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 18 July 2026 If the Sharks make the playoffs next season and Celebrini betters his 115-point total from this season, wouldn’t his next deal become that much more expensive? — Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026 Nothing betters the gift of time. — Brie Stimson , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for betters
Noun
  • Throughout the film, Agent Miller refuses to abandon the investigation, even after being discouraged from following the case by her superiors who felt as though there wasn’t enough evidence pointing to Kaczynski.
    — Jane LaCroix, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026
  • In the film’s ostensible present, as the lengthy raid unfolds, a noble, unnamed police constable (Anurag Thakur) objects to his superiors’ methods and their persecution of Devi at large.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 21 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The main advantages of a pop-top like this one are to create more headroom inside a vehicle that rides low and to add space for a second bed.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Even American firms, from Airbnb and DoorDash to Shopify, have embraced Chinese models, tapping into the advantages of open systems, including lower costs and greater flexibility for customization.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Luxury tax payrolls determine whether a team exceeds the league’s luxury tax threshold and owes financial penalties.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Still, her knack for collecting polished, easy-to-style shoes that are comfortable enough to stand in all day exceeds even my own abilities.
    — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • This not only improves energy efficiency but also creates additional work to build smart controls, battery systems, microgrids, and distributed energy infrastructure.
    — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Houston falls to 8-3-3 at home, while Sporting KC improves to 3-10-0 on the road.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Brown liner, matte finishes, smoky eyes and frosted color are being pulled forward selectively, with softer edges and modern technique giving those familiar looks another life in 2026.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Sometimes the images are blurred along the edges, while other shots seem to have been manipulated using CGI.
    — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • In recent years, Hinton, who previously worked at Google, has issued a series of warnings about existential risks associated with AI, particularly if an AI model surpasses human intelligence and becomes autonomous.
    — Katie McQue, NPR, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Money put into the fund will also not count towards a state spending limit created in the 1970s that requires the Legislature take certain actions — including refunding taxpayers — if the California’s budget surpasses a certain spending limit.
    — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • And a structured educational experience enhances their stability and trust during uncertain times.
    — the Monitor's Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Sell it to someone else and make way for a setup that enhances your day-to-day life.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Madonna tops the nominees with 13, followed by Swift with 11, Sabrina Carpenter with nine, Ariana Grande with eight and Bruno Mars with seven.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Pepper Jack cheese tops the hash browns for a melty, spicy finish.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026

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“Betters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/betters. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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