benefitted
/ˈbɛ nə fɪ tɪd/
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Definition(s):
- (n) financial assistance in time of need
- (n) something that aids or promotes well-being
- (n) a performance to raise money for a charitable cause
- (v) derive a benefit from
- (v) be beneficial for
Usage(s):
- Along the way, Pritchard's own scholarship has benefitted from centuries' worth of tribal turtle knowledge.
Quotes
- "On behalf of the organization I would like to extend our sympathies to the Pollock family. His contributions to the Toronto Blue Jays were many," team president Paul Godfrey said in a statement. "The Blue Jays organization has benefitted...on Aug 15, 2007 By: Paul Godfrey Source: The Chronicle Journal
- "I agree that he (Robben) is a great footballer, he is very fast and nimble and takes very long strides which makes it difficult," said Tabarez. "With Robben back this side has benefitted greatly. Controlling the important players on the...on Jul 6, 2010 By: Oscar Tabarez Source: AFP
- "I understand the economic argument for the offshoring of production, but I think the practice is reprehensible," Dingell noted in an e-mail. "US automakers have benefitted greatly from federal largesse and should feel morally compelled to...on Jun 24, 2010 By: John Dingell Source: BusinessWeek
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