1
as in edges
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
your experience volunteering at the hospital will put you at an advantage when you're applying for a job there
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2
as in benefits
a thing that helps
had all the advantages of being born into a wealthy and powerful family
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as in avails
to provide with something useful or desirable
there's no question that that bicycle racer was significantly advantaged by a great set of genes
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Recent Examples of advantages
Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Even as garment factories struggle and close, there are long-term advantages to investing in this ecosystem.
—Christian Birky, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
What are the advantages of a DBA?
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Competitors who receive three turns will earn special advantages in the next round.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Each provides certain advantages and disadvantages; see my analysis at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to testing the munition's capabilities, the mission also validated the aircraft's enduring advantages, including its stealth, range, and payload flexibility, while reinforcing its evolving role in maritime strike.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
That said, robotic guide dogs offer other advantages.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025
Science reveals other advantages.
—Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
Someone had to convince us of the advantages of a medical bed.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
Even as garment factories struggle and close, there are long-term advantages to investing in this ecosystem.
—Christian Birky, Sourcing Journal, 19 Sep. 2025
What are the advantages of a DBA?
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
Competitors who receive three turns will earn special advantages in the next round.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Each provides certain advantages and disadvantages; see my analysis at the link here.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to testing the munition's capabilities, the mission also validated the aircraft's enduring advantages, including its stealth, range, and payload flexibility, while reinforcing its evolving role in maritime strike.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
That said, robotic guide dogs offer other advantages.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 11 Sep. 2025
Science reveals other advantages.
—Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advantages
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Underlit pathways, glowing lobby edges, and atmospheric lighting transform the grounds into something between boutique hideaway and sci-fi set.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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This oblong option has a floral block pattern and piped edges that instantly enrich a couch or bed.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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These benefits are rounded out by a caffeine, hyaluronic acid, peptides, escin, and squalane.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 Sep. 2025
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Officials also touted the environmental benefits at Thursday’s ceremony.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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For the past 54 months, equity mutual funds have seen net inflows, with assets managed by Indian mutual funds rising to about $850 billion in June 2025 from about $696 billion in June 2024, according to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Beyond sentimental value, digital assets often carry measurable financial and operational stakes.—
Jamie Hopkins,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The research pointed to new opportunities for clean energy.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Sep. 2025
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The schools that win will signal where education is heading — and where the opportunities lie.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Aside from its massive stone fireplace and dual sets of French doors that frame vantages of the neighborhood, the spacious living room provides a serene environment for both intimate conversations and large-scale entertaining.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
14 Aug. 2025
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Thanks to the flaw, the hackers were able to crack the credentials and gain administrative privileges to accounts on Ascension’s Microsoft Active Directory server, which can be harnessed to manage user accounts and applications over a company’s network.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
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If convicted for the deaths of Michaud and Snyder, each charge carries a possible $100,000 fine, 40 years in prison and the loss of her driving privileges for up to five years.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Advantages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advantages. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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