have a lot going for
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Money-market funds have a lot going for them right now.
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
NordVPN is a top-tier provider, perhaps the most popular VPN provider out there, it’s bound to have a lot going for it.
From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026
Even if building a brand new industry will take time, Australia seems to have a lot going for it in the rare earths race, as it tries to be a more reliable and cleaner source.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2025
Denver Broncos: Not too many people are predicting the Broncos will make the playoffs, but they have a lot going for them.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 8, 2021
“No you won’t; I can tell. But it’s okay. You have a lot going for you. Just don’t burn out again.”
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
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