in good stead
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Mr. Butler-Gallie’s eye for paradox stands him in good stead again in his encounter with a megachurch in Nigeria, where he goes to see whether Christianity still offers “cause for hope.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025
"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
However, the six-time winners will be pleased with how they overcame some early problems, which should stand them in good stead for harder tests to come.
From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025
They have a strong team and performed well last season which I think puts them in good stead, but I don't see them challenging for the title.
From BBC • Sep. 5, 2025
Buck’s marvellous quickness and agility stood him in good stead.
From "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London
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