for good
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Sixteen years after fearing his career was over for good, the father-of-three is still playing the game he loves at the age of 37.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
As miserable as that would be for retirees, one can lose sight of all the other ways Social Security reform will be transformative for the economy, for good or ill.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
As always, runners donned a variety of costumes in the bid to raise funds for good causes.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
His 10-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter gave the Cowboys the lead for good.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026
He gave the wood a slap for good measure, deemed it solid, and crossed over.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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