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profit by something

 and profit from something 

1. Lit. to gain money from something. You will surely profit by investing in this stock. I know I will profit from this investment.

2. Fig. to learn from something. I am sure you will profit by your unpleasant experience. Yes, I will profit from my failure.

See also: profit