Examples of “benefit” in a Sentence

noun An advantage, gain, or help that comes from something.

• A key benefit of regular walking is that it helps you sleep better.
• One benefit of working from home is skipping the commute.
• The medicine has few side effects and clear benefits.

noun A payment provided under an insurance policy or government support scheme.

• She receives a monthly benefit because she cannot work after her accident.
• Sickness benefit is paid to employees who are off work for a long time.
• He claims unemployment benefit while job hunting.

verb To gain an advantage; to be helped by something.

• Local shops will benefit from the new car park opening nearby.
• Students benefit from smaller class sizes.
• Everyone benefited from the extra day off.