Sentence examples for a better second from inspiring English sources

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The phrase "a better second" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing improvements or enhancements in a subsequent attempt or version of something, often in a competitive or comparative context.
Example: "After reviewing the initial results, we believe that we can achieve a better second in the upcoming competition."
Alternatives: "an improved second" or "a superior second".

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Firms were also hopeful of a better second quarter.

"William Henry Harrison had a better second month".

We have had a better second quarter than first quarter".

I could bag it in.' But at least I kept fighting and made it a better second set".

"All other things being equal, I think we ought to have a better second quarter than first quarter," he said.

Also at the breakeven pressure ratio (pressure ratio at which the COP of both system is the same) the ORC driven VCR system also gives a better second law efficiency than the AR system.

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Angelique Kerber vs. Venus Williams: It's hard to imagine a better second-round match than this.

On the trading front, sports retailer JJB rose 5.75p to 252.75p after it reported a 4.1% fall in like-for-like revenue for the 24 weeks to July 15, but said it expected a better second-half performance.

A better second-half showing from County allowed them to pull a goal back through Melvin De Leeuw and although County pushed hard for a leveller, the Steelmen – beaten 5-0 by Celtic in their previous league match – held on for the victory.

Despite a better second-half showing, Forest were still heavily beaten.

Watch Party could make people feel heard, making Facebook a better second-screen.

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