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good for
Beneficial to, as in Milk is good for children . [Tenth century a.d. ]
Financially reliable, able to pay or repay, as in They know he's good for a big tip . [Mid-1800s]
Able to serve or continue to function, as in This furniture's good for at least ten more years , or I hope you're not tired—I'm good for another three miles or so . [Mid-1800s]
Equivalent in value; also, valid for. For example, These coupons are good for a 20 percent discount , or This contract is good for the entire life of the book . [Second half of 1800s]
good for someone . An expression of approval, as in Good for Bill—he's sold the car , or Good for you! You passed the exam . This usage differs from the others in that orally a slight emphasis is placed on you or whoever is being mentioned. [Mid-1800s]
Example Sentences
So: That solution isn’t good for women, and it’s not good for the country, either.
Not only is celebrating fatherhood good for women, for kids, and for the birth rate, it’s also good for male mental health: We know that men who are more socially connected live longer and enjoy greater well-being.
“It’s good for the soul to protect these rivers, and it’s a double benefit to see the tribe get their land back,” Mathews said.
"That's good for people like me," says Lani, who has also worked with President.
I think that she led an incredibly big life, and maybe these different partnerships were good for her when they were good, but I don’t think she needed that to be happy.
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