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for good

Idioms  

  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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She sold the novel for more than $500,000 in a two-book deal and left journalism for good.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Gamble’s trial was a major event in this town, and for good reason.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Cutting across our changing lunch and commuting habits is an overriding desire for good value, Pano Christou tells the BBC's Big Boss Interview podcast.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

The “Landman” star said the key for good fried okra is to use cornmeal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

That plus Daddy’s two-hundred-dollar prize money should have us out of Smoky Inn for good.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist

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