good news
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good news
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Increases in the major indices are good news for investors, but also a boost to those with pension pots tied up in stocks, such as 401ks.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
But this believer wanted to share the good news about a different savior.
From Salon • May 2, 2026
That would seem like good news for the largest American energy companies, but Exxon Mobil and Chevron are still waiting to see a windfall.
From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026
“Even if it’s this late, the good news is that these cops might lose their benefits as police officers and they won’t be terrorizing the community anymore,” said Luis Carrillo, an attorney for Lopez’s family.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Trying to cheer him up, I added, “I got good news, Papá. I was elected student body president and my friend was elected treasurer.”
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
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