for good

phrase

variants or less commonly for good and all
Synonyms of for goodnext
: forever, permanently
She's gone for good.

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The adapter has four total USB ports, with two USB-C that support up to 100W when used individually, an additional USB-C for another device, and a USB-A port for good measure. — Brad Bourque, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026 That means the baseline for good oral hygiene doesn’t require a camera, AI or a $499 price tag. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026 But the 313 is one of the few that make our list of favorite wireless chargers this year, and for good reason. — Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026 Herman Miller Eames Hang-It-All Ellison Studios Yoko Bed Boll & Branch is one of our favorite bedding brands, and for good reason—the brand’s sheet sets are some of the softest around, and now is the time to try them. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for good

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of for good was in the 15th century

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“For good.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20good. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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