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as in lucrative
yielding a profit
selling real estate on the side turned out to be a profitable venture for the stay-at-home mom
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as in beneficial
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
I have always found honesty to be a profitable course of action
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Recent Examples of profitable
Conflict persists because fossil fuel revenues can make instability profitable for those in power.
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Maria Mendiluce, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
For example, when mining is expensive or less profitable, miners may hold rather than sell.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
By shielding their most profitable products while conceding selectively on pricing, manufacturers can reduce political pressure without materially sacrificing profitability.
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
When an older condo building sits on valuable land in a desirable neighborhood, like Biscayne 21 does, developers often see it as an opportunity to tear down the old and replace it with a newer, more profitable luxury condo building.
—Catherine Odom
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
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Maria Mendiluce, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
For example, when mining is expensive or less profitable, miners may hold rather than sell.
—Ethan Stone, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026
By shielding their most profitable products while conceding selectively on pricing, manufacturers can reduce political pressure without materially sacrificing profitability.
—Robert Pearl, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
When an older condo building sits on valuable land in a desirable neighborhood, like Biscayne 21 does, developers often see it as an opportunity to tear down the old and replace it with a newer, more profitable luxury condo building.
—Catherine Odom
january 29, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for profitable
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Lemon was paid out his lucrative CNN contract and went on to become one of the first traditional TV journalists to go independent and produce his own program for distribution on social media platforms.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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Heather Gay knows the challenges of maintaining an impeccable appearance, whether on camera, through her lucrative beauty business or as a former member of the Mormon church.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Whole grains include the bran, germ, and endosperm—parts of the grain that provide fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and beneficial plant compounds.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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The environmental groups argued that retiring Unit 1 is economically and environmentally beneficial to Colorado and does not pose a risk to the electrical system’s reliability.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
29 Jan. 2026
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The lobster bisque was a great way to kick off, and the Wagyu beef was a worthwhile $30 upgrade with an extremely tender cut.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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Another worthwhile place to visit is the National Memorial For Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2026
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The fame Jefferson sought was the second one, closer to honor and the acceptance of one’s ideas, credit for possession of a desirable character and a favorable reputation that would outlive him.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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The quarterly rebalanced assortment of large-, mid-, and small-cap RV Portfolio stocks offers an adaptable way to capitalize on favorable market conditions while minimizing losses when the market declines, as detailed in RV Portfolio performance metrics.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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For people with sensitive skin, eczema, psoriasis, or contact allergies, gloves are not just helpful.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Genuine is the magic word here—everyone is smiling, but not in that forced, veering on creepy way—the team is just a naturally happy and helpful bunch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Parents can now set daily time limits or block Shorts entirely, depending on what works best for their household.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Fan and critical consensus touted Kendrick Lamar’s triumphant-if-too-breezy GNX as one of 2024’s best and most successful rap albums.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Profitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profitable. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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