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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
These were the absolute most profitable companies in human history.
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Irving said that higher ticket fares are required for the industry to remain profitable, but these risk alienating customers.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
When every team operates from the same data foundation and AI amplifies that visibility with stronger forecasts and smarter allocation, the entire value chain becomes more predictable, and more profitable.
—John Brearley, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Executives called for the streaming outlet to be profitable in the second quarter.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Irving said that higher ticket fares are required for the industry to remain profitable, but these risk alienating customers.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
When every team operates from the same data foundation and AI amplifies that visibility with stronger forecasts and smarter allocation, the entire value chain becomes more predictable, and more profitable.
—John Brearley, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
Executives called for the streaming outlet to be profitable in the second quarter.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for profitable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for profitable
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Murakami is working on a two-year, $34 million deal, and in an era when some teams try to lock up young talent with long and lucrative contract extensions, a 25-game sample size is a little too small for Getz to start throwing out more years and dollars.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Sensing a lucrative market, global industries are now pivoting toward the region.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Two mutually beneficial actions are urgently needed from Washington, the ambassador suggested.—
Trudy Rubin,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Too Much Mulch Might Be Blocking Moisture Mulch is beneficial to help retain moisture in the soil so it can be absorbed by plant roots.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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There are standalone bath tubs by the windows in every suite (showers and wash closets are separate), plus another half bathroom, walk-in closet, and roomy living area that make the upgrade well worthwhile.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Already, refineries across Asia and Europe are cutting their production of jet fuel and other specialized products, unable to charge consumers enough to make their operations worthwhile.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Its conservative majority could throw out a requirement under the Voting Rights Act that in areas with a large minority population, mapmakers draw districts that are more favorable to the election of minority candidates.—
Nicholas Riccardi,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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In a February 2025 Reuters poll, the two men reaped more favorable ratings than anyone else among the 10 wealthiest Americans.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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Focus on business and personal relationships with those who are kind, helpful and have your back.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Plus, marigolds will attract pollinators like bumble bees which are helpful for tomato plants.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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Here are The Denver Post’s 20 best fits remaining for the Broncos through rounds four, five, six, seven and beyond, if Denver indeed wants to have a good day Saturday.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Profitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profitable. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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