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Synonyms

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.

Example Sentences

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Another difference that I think is worth pointing out is that Apollo was just the United States, for good reasons at the time.

From Barron's

Still, the transaction on Friday grabbed Wall Street’s attention—and for good reason.

From Barron's

“The good times can never excuse the bad, and love and kindness should never be a reward for good behavior. Doing things for others so they’ll approve of and love you isn’t love.”

From Literature

Hamilton hung on for a few laps before Norris finally took fifth place for good with two laps to go.

From BBC

As U-turns go this one was rapid and for good reasons.

From BBC

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