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for good

/fɔːr ɡʊd/

[/fɔːr ɡʊd/]

permanently

Intermediatephrase

Definition

Permanently and forever; with no intention of changing back.

Example

They moved abroad for good last year.

They moved abroad for good last year.

Etymology

A shortened form of 'for good and all', meaning finally and completely.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for permanent changes.

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