good news
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good news
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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While many may enjoy the warm weather, it is not good news for declining reservoir and water storage levels.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
The good news is it is not hard to see how it could be fixed.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
The good news for investors is that, no matter the outcome, the historical pre-midterm rough patch is almost over.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
“We got nothing, neither good news or bad news,” Al-Drimly said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2026
By the way Mr. Shephard’s grinning, it’s gotta be good news!
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
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