Better
Better verb - To make better.
Usage example: social workers and reformers trying to better the lives of inner-city residents
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- Stan eventually breaks down and grows too afraid to help his family after realizing what his bad choices resulted in, but Klaus encourages Stan to do better and help out.
Source: Idiot Houdini -
Azimuth was the one who granted him access, as he believed Tachyon would help improve them to better the galaxy.
Source: My Greatest Failure -
Ivy: Well, you'd better do your work and make me look good or so help me I'll... I'll... I'll be completely honest when I critique your art!
Source: Cut His Heart Out with a Spoon
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