for the common/public good

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: in order to help or benefit everyone

citizens working together for the common/public good

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The reformers driving this movement believed in human progress, scientific management, the use of government power for the public good, and replacing political patronage with the hiring of experts. —

Johnathan K Williams / Made By History, TIME, 30 Jan. 2025 After the world was torn apart by nationalism and conflict, countries agreed to sacrifice some aspects of their sovereignty for the common good. —

Christian Edwards, CNN, 21 Jan. 2025 In 2025, these ideas will continue to gain traction, inspiring more people to pool their resources and work together for the common good. —

Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 19 Dec. 2024 And innovation for the public good is alive and well at America’s at the leading institutions. —

Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 28 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for for the common/public good

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