in good stead
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Here his admiration of naval architecture stood him in good stead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
That missed analysts’ expectations of a 37% rise, according to a Visible Alpha poll, though it kept the company in good stead to reach management’s goal of at least 20% growth this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
It suggests, if I may be so bold, an upbeat and calm frame of mind that will stand you in good stead during this process.
From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026
"It's held him in good stead over the last couple of years," Greenberg told SEN radio of playing golf.
From Barron's ● Nov. 22, 2025
The nearby outhouse apparently stood in good stead, since six or seven men waited in single file.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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