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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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Xi in September said Washington and Beijing have a responsibility to "develop and manage AI for good and ensure that the development of AI is always under human control".

From Barron's ● Nov. 12, 2026

But the bigger payout comes from what is known as carried interest, which is a share of the profits made by a fund as a reward for good performance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2026

Plus, good severance can make for good publicity and repair a company’s reputation amid layoffs.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2026

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said: "Together, these changes will bring bills down for good, give families greater security and put Britain back in control of its energy future."

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 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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