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for good

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  1. Also, for good and all. Permanently, forever. For example, I'm moving to Europe for good. [1500s] Also see for keeps.


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“A hundred twenty years ago, people all lived together — for good or bad,” she added.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 14, 2026

Instead, the strongest evidence for good recovery comes from the basics:

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

The decisive, 19-yard touchdown was delivered by running back Semaj Welch with 1:10 left to give Inglewood the lead for good.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026

But in this case the attention has been much greater, and for good reason.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

At once I exulted and feared; for now, for good or ill, the end was near.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker

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