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as in lucrative
yielding a profit
selling real estate on the side turned out to be a profitable venture for the stay-at-home mom
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as in beneficial
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
I have always found honesty to be a profitable course of action
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Recent Examples of profitable
When that's completed, GM expects to be profitable in the world's largest auto market again.
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Jamie L. Lareau, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
But behind the scenes, Public Opinion, the company behind Track Star and a slate of culture trivia shows and long-form documentary videos, is a burgeoning creative team determined to prove that today’s internet content can be profitable, enjoyable, and kind — all at the same time.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
The filing also notes that the company has closed 119 stores and opened 36 new ones during the fiscal year, as part of its strategy to focus on more profitable locations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 9 Dec. 2024
The venture capital landscape reflects this scramble, with investors pouring millions into AI projects that may not become profitable in their own right.
—Sam Sammane, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Jamie L. Lareau, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
But behind the scenes, Public Opinion, the company behind Track Star and a slate of culture trivia shows and long-form documentary videos, is a burgeoning creative team determined to prove that today’s internet content can be profitable, enjoyable, and kind — all at the same time.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
The filing also notes that the company has closed 119 stores and opened 36 new ones during the fiscal year, as part of its strategy to focus on more profitable locations.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 9 Dec. 2024
The venture capital landscape reflects this scramble, with investors pouring millions into AI projects that may not become profitable in their own right.
—Sam Sammane, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for profitable
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Within a recent study by the American Student Assistance (ASA) and the Burning Glass Institute, numerous non-degree pathways lead to stable, lucrative jobs that offer economic mobility and job satisfaction.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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The investment could prove to be lucrative for Sun, given Trump's association with the project and the number of cryptocurrencies that have rallied following the election.Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Budesonide: This corticosteroid may be beneficial when taken alongside Urso.Mark Gurarie, Health, 13 Dec. 2024
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When to Consult a Professional Trainer Working with a personal trainer can be beneficial when starting an exercise program or maximizing strength training results.Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 13 Dec. 2024
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Overall, many in the industry view the experiment as a worthwhile endeavor, especially given the soaring prices for free-agent starting pitchers.Will Sammon, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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Trent is every bit the dingus Cole described him as, but still makes two modestly worthwhile contributions to the entire affair.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 6 Dec. 2024
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Buenos Aires, the country’s tech center, is in a favorable time zone (just one hour ahead of EST for most of the year).Daniel Pena, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Even if their attorneys represent views, the attorneys’ goals are to win the litigation or reach a favorable settlement (one that would pay the attorneys quite well through attorneys’ fees).Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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This tool, called mirroring, can be helpful during small talk.Aditi Shrikant, CNBC, 7 Dec. 2024
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Bus manifests likewise may not be helpful since identification is not required to board, according to Kenny.Elise Hammond, CNN, 7 Dec. 2024
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Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Plus, all of the pup's best and (hilariously worst) moments on set.Lauren Huff, EW.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Profitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profitable. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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