to the good

Idioms

Also, all to the good. to an advantage or profit, as in We've got extra material and that's all to the good, I think. This idiom was first recorded in 1882.

Example Sentences

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But during the brief moment when the Clarets thought they were 4-3 to the good, a five-point gap did not seem so daunting.

From BBC

It is a welcome flash back to the good times.

From BBC

There is one notable exception to the good news for nonexecutives from failed companies.

From The Wall Street Journal

So why not skip to the good part?

From Salon

"If you feel nostalgic and wish we could go back to the good old days, come to La Creche," singer Albert Diasihilua cheered before taking to the stage.

From Barron's

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