Example Sentences

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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

While the Demon Deacons are trending down, Virginia Tech has bettered its position.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 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

“The cold fact is really this,” he added, “that the International Harvester Company has bettered conditions for the farmer, for the independent companies, and for everybody but itself.”

From The Romance of the Reaper by Casson, Herbert Newton