Do somebody a power of good

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To greatly benefit or improve someone.

A vacation will do her a power of good.
Visual representation of "do somebody a power of good" - To greatly benefit or improve someone.

Often appears as...

  • do him a power of good
  • do her a power of good

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Informal, Approving

Colloquial

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Positive Change

Phrase implies a significant and positive change in someone's condition or mood.

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The good news from home will do him a power of good.
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Colloquial Use

Used in informal conversations among friends or family, not in formal writing or speeches.

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You look stressed; some time off would do you a power of good.
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Emotional Support

Often refers to emotional or psychological benefit, not just physical.

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Talking to a counselor will do her a power of good.
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