hold (someone) in good stead



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hold (someone) in good stead

Especially of a talent, ability, or experience, to prove particularly useful or beneficial to someone in the future. Janet is hoping her internship working in IT will hold her in good stead when she looks for a job after college.
See also: good, hold, stead

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Sigmundr-Ancient Scandinavian
XenaZEE-nəPopular Culture
Livingston['liviʒstən]
Tygo-Dutch
Crius-Greek Mythology (Latinized)
ChileKIEL, KIE-əlEnglish (Rare)