betterment
Americannoun
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the act or process of bettering; improvement.
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an improvement of property other than by mere repairs.
noun
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a change for the better; improvement
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property law an improvement effected on real property that enhances the value of the property
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“They fought for players’ rights and for the general betterment of the whole and it’s the job of the veteran players to pass that history on to the younger players.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
It has demonstrated over the centuries a deep faith in human betterment through liberal reformism and social engineering.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025
"These organisations don't deserve to profit from sport if they're not going to use their power for the betterment of sport."
From BBC • Oct. 22, 2025
On its website, Prince says it hopes to play an "important role" in Cambodia "through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy".
From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025
Most of the money could only be spent for the betterment of the city—specifically the Vista Heights neighborhood.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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