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has bettered

  • present perfect of better (3rd person singular).

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“There’s not one thing that has bettered human existence that hasn’t had, at its core, our ability to work collectively,” Jim said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2025

Haaland has bettered that, and surely more scoring records will fall if he continues like this.

From Seattle Times Aug. 31, 2022

Since getting back together six months ago, our relationship has bettered exponentially, and he felt that he had to close that chapter before he and I could really begin the relationship that we have today.

From Slate Oct. 29, 2019

Terrell, a communications major, earned a scholarship this December, a token of appreciation for how he has bettered the program as a member of the scout team and for developing into a likable leader.

From Washington Post Mar. 7, 2019

At the same time, even this meager measure of civic control of the dramatic situation has bettered Northampton's chances in the matter of drama.

From Sword and crozier, drama in five acts by Hollander, Lee Milton