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Definition helpful in American English

helpful adjective

adjective
/ˈhelpfəl/
1

a helpful person helps you by doing something or by giving you useful advice or information

Example

a traditional hotel with very helpful staff

Example

You've been most helpful.

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Example

a helpful guide to choosing colleges

Example

If you're tired, caffeine can be helpful in low doses.

Example

It's helpful to have a calculator for this exam.

Example

Exercise is helpful for controlling high blood pressure.

Example

It would be helpful for me to meet him personally.

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Definition helpful in American English