Advantage & Benefit: English Vocabulary List

used to emphasize the importance of resourcefulness and open-mindedness, as everything can be useful in some way

"Use everything that comes your way — all is grist that comes to the mill."

"Every experience, good or bad, fed into her understanding — all is grist that comes to the mill."

used to suggest that one should make the best of any opportunity or situation that presents itself, regardless of whether it is desirable or not, as there is value to be found in everything

"Use every opportunity available — all is fish that comes to the net."

"She took every referral and every lead — all is fish that comes to the net."

used to suggest that individuals often hold a favorable view of something or someone that has directly benefited them

"People praise what has helped them — everyone speaks well of the bridge that carries them over."

"He championed the policy that had benefited him most — everyone speaks well of the bridge which carries him over."

used to imply that a fair exchange involves giving something in return for what one receives, emphasizing the importance of reciprocity and balance in relationships

"Fairness in exchange keeps things balanced — give and take is fair play."

"In their partnership, both contributed equally; give and take is fair play."

used to suggest that the winner of a conflict or competition is entitled to the rewards or benefits of their victory

"Winners take all the rewards — to the victor go the spoils."

"The company that won the bid captured the entire market segment — to the victor go the spoils."

used to imply that a fair deal or exchange should be mutually beneficial and satisfactory to both parties, without any unfair or dishonest practices

"A fair swap is not theft — a fair exchange is no robbery."

"She traded her old car for his and both were satisfied — a fair exchange is no robbery."

used to imply that one should appreciate and not criticize the things or people that have helped them in the past, even if they may not be ideal for others

"Praise what has helped you — let every man praise the bridge he goes over."

"He never failed to acknowledge those who had supported his rise — let every man praise the bridge he goes over."