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1. (idiomatic) In a more favorable position on the whole due to something, despite possible drawbacks.
   • Whether women actually became more beautiful by applying Body Performance Anti-Cellulite Visible Contouring Serum, or whether they would have done as well with a quick douse in cold water, is impossible to say. Clearly, many felt better for it. 2004 April 29, “Estée Lauder, queen of cosmetics, died on April 24th, at a mature age”, in The Economist, archived from the original on 16 Feb 2018:
   • You said, "Forever," in the end I fought it / Please, be honest, are we better for it? 2020, “I Miss You, I'm Sorry”, in Gracie Abrams, Sarah Aarons (lyrics), minor (EP):
   • America has struggled for centuries with increasing diversity and the resulting shifts of power. And we are better for it. As a daughter of Korean immigrants, I have greater faith in our businesses and government because today there are leaders whose stories reflect my own. 2010 February 19, Gina Kim, “America’s Elite, and the Discontented”, in The New York Times, archived from the original on 17 Jun 2022:
   • You’ve just received a hefty tax rebate? Show your appreciation with a gentle wiggle at the post office when you open your mail. You’ll feel better for it, I promise. 2014 September 2, Myf Warhurst, “Nicki Minaj's Anaconda elevates backside wobbling to a lifestyle choice”, in The Guardian, archived from the original on 06 Dec 2022:
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see better, for, it.
   • When asked about the mission, he thought John is better for it.