do well
Idioms-
Prosper, thrive, succeed, as in He's done well in the market . [c. 1300]
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do well to do something . Fare better or act prudently by doing something, as in She would do well to ask permission before she leaves . [Late 1400s]
Example Sentences
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We would do well to take that to heart.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026
I think he has the speed to do well on it.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
"The coaches set us up to do well, and we as players have to take responsibility. It is us - myself as captain and the guys on the field," he told BBC Sport.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
Investors fretting about Thursday’s oil-driven selloff would do well to remember that this, too, shall pass.
From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026
And if they do, well, tell you what.
From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor
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